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THE 

BOOK OF FATE 

FORMERLY IN THE POSSESSION OF AND USED BY 

NAPOLEON 



NOV -I 1923 



INDORSEMENT 

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copy of the authentic, genuine and guaranteed 
integral edition of the most excessively rare, 
almost unknown and unprocurable original 
work published in London in the year 1822, 
which has been printed by me in exact fac- 
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word for word and line for line from the orig- 
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which was found by me and is now in my 
possession. 




Copyright, 1923, by H. S. Nichols 



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BOOK OF FATE 

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OF AN 

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FOUND IN THE YEAR 1801 BY M. SONNINI IN ONE OF 

THE ROYAL TOMBS NEAR MOUNT LIBYCUS 

IN UPPER EGYPT 




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CONTENTS 

Dedication iii 

Translator's Preface v 

Introduction xvii 

Oracle of Delphos . :vix 

Oracle of Delos xxiv 

Oracle of Ammon xxv 

Oracle of Dodona xxv 

The Roman Augurs xxvi 

The Sibylline Books xxvii 

The Writing of Balaspis xxix 

How the Enquirer shall obtain True Answers to the 

Questions which are put to the Oracle . . . xxxi 

The Book of Fate 1 



THE 

BOOK OF FATE, 

FORMERLY IN THE POSSESSION 

OF 

NAPOLEON, 

LATE 

EMPEROR OF FRANCE; 

AND 

NOW FIRST RENDERED INTO ENGLISH, 

FROM A 

German Cvan^Iatton, 

OF AN 

ANCIENT EGYPTIAN MANUSCRIPT, 

FOUND IN THE YEAR 1801, BY M. SONNINI, 

IN ONE OF THE 

ROVAI. TOMBS, 

NEAR MOUNT LIBYCUS, IN UPPER EGYPT. 



By H. KIRCHENHOFFER, 

FELLOW OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PAVIA; KNIGHT GRANS CBOS9 
^ or THE ANKUNCIADE OF SARDINIA ; AND CHEVALIER OF THE 
LEGION OF HONOUR. 



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DEDICATION. 



TO 
HER IMPERIAL HIGHNESS 

MARIE LOUISE, 

SX>£MP&ESS OF FRANCE, ARCH-DUCHESS OF PARMA, &C. &C. 



Madam, 

It is with feelings of the most devout respect and 
veneration, that, by your Imperial permission, I take 
the present opportunity of laying the following Work 
at your Highness's feet. 

According to your Imperial Highness's gracious 
commands, this Translation, although in some passages 
free, (in order to adapt it to the customs of England,) is 
still almost difac'simile of the only and original Manuscript, 
lately in possession of the ever-to-be-lamented Emperor 
and King. 

In adhering strictly to your Imperial commands, 
I hope that my endeavours to embellish the Work, ac- 
cording to the original Drawings, will meet with your 
Imperial Highness's gracious approbation. 

With feelings of the most profound Respect, 

I remain. 

Your Imperial Highness's 

Devoted Servant, 

HERMAN KIRCHENHOFFER. 

London, Isljnne, 
1822. 



TRANSLATOR'S PREFACE. 



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X iffe following Work is translated from a Manuscript, in the Grer- 
man language, which was found among the camp equipage belonging 
to the late Emperor of France, when he retreated from Leipzic, after 
the defeat of his army, in the year 1813. It fell to the lot of a Prus- 
sian officer, who, ignorant of its great value, sold it for a few Napo- 
leons to a French general officer, then a prisoner of War in the fortress 
of Koningsburg. This gentleman aware of its great importance, and 
knowing from Napoleon's arms, which were emblazoned upon it, that 
it once belonged to his imperial master, was resolved on his return to 
France to present it at the Tuilleries ; but, alas ! he did not live to 
accomplish this purpose; for, althqugh his medical attendants gave 
him every hope of recovery from his wounds, their efforts to restore 
him to health proved unavailing, for he died soon after from mortifica- 
tion which took place after amputation of the right arm. 

By will, hastily drawn up, the personal effects of this officer were 
transmitted to his family, who were enjoined to take the earliest op- 
portunity of putting the Manuscript in question into the Emperor^ 
own hands ; but Napoleon's manifold occupations, both civil and mili- 
tary, from time to time, prevented this. 

During the early part of Napoleon's ostracism in St. Helena, means 
were found of conveying the Manuscript to the Empress, who unfor- 
tunately never had an opportunity, although she eagerly sought for it, 
of sending it to her husband After his death her Highness gave 
the Translator her imperial permission for its publication in the 
English language. 

Regarding the purpose which Napoleon had in view in the. private 
nerusal of this Work^ it is necessary to inform the Reader ; but, pre- 



vi PREFACE. 

vious to this, it will be proper to state the manner in which he himself 
bccune possessed of it. 

It is well known that, in 1801, many French artists and literati ac- 
companied the First Consul in his famous expedition to I'lgypt, for 
the purpose of exploring the antiquities of that celebrated region, 
where once flourished the arts and sciences, in greater perfection than 
in any other country in the world, the most civilized nations of Europe 
in the present day, not excepted. At the head of the " Commission 
of Arts" was M. Sonnini, whose travels have since excited so much 
attention. Tliis gentleman having succeeded in perforating a passage 
into the interior chamber of one of the royal tombs in Mount LibycuR, 
near Thebes, found therein a sarcophagus, in which was a mummy 
of extraordinary beauty, and in fine preservation. Having examined 
this curiosity very minutely, he discovered, attached by a peculiar 
kind of gum to the left breast, a long roll of papyrus, which, having 
unrolled, greatly excited his curiosity on account of the hieroglyphics 
which were beautifully painted on it. 

M. Sonnini's description of these tombs, which are of the most as- 
tonishing structure, is as follows : •' The whole of the mountain Liby- 
cus, which begins at half a league to the west of the Mcmnonium, and 
ends immediately opposite to Medinet-abou, is pierced from its base to 
three-fourths of its elevation with a great number of sepulchral 
grottos. Those which are nearest the surface of the ground are the 
roost spacious, as well as the most decorated ; those which arc in the 
most elevated part of the mountain arc much more rudely contrived 
and executed ; while such as hold the niiddle place, bear an adjusted 
proportion of space and ornament. Those which belong to the poor 
are the most interesting, because they always contain some rcprcsciita- 
tion of the arts which flourished, and the trades which were practised, 
at that epocha. The plan of these grottos is in a great measure the 
same, A door, opening towards the east, displays a gallery of about 
twenty feet in length, which is sometimes formed in a straight line, 
and at other times runs off from the entrance in a right angle : it is 
indifferently supported by columns or pilasters, of which the number 
varies from four to ten. At the extremity of the gallery are wells 
which lead to the catacombs, where the mummies are deposited. The 
depth of these wells varies from forty to sixty feet, and they are con- 
nected with long subterraneous passages, rudely shaped in the rock, 



ruevAQfi- vii 

vhich terminatie in a chamber of about thirty feet ^uare, whose side* 
sjre supported by pilasters, and contain large remains of the mummies. 
There are evident traces of numerous other subterraneous communica- 
tions, which probably lead tp other chambers, that are at present con- 
ivalud. 

" In the upper gallery are sculptured in basBO-r^lievo, or painted in 
fresep, a crowd of subjects relating to funeral ceremonies. 'Yhc most 
interesting pictures which are seen there, offer a detail of circumstances 
connected with the ancient inhabitants of the country. There, arc re- 
presented their first occupations, such as the chase and the fishery ; 
thence we may trace the progress of civilization, in the employments of 
the sadler, the cartwright, the potter, the money-changer, the hus- 
bandman, and in the duties and punishments of military life. Each 
grotto is adorned with a cieling painted with subjects of fancy, and 
whose design is exactly the same as that of the paper-hangings which 
were fashionable in France about thirty years ago. 

" The tombs of the kings are about six thousand four hundred 
paces from the river. They have been formed in a narrow valley, in 
the centre of the mountain Libycus. The ancient way thither is not 
known, and the spot is now gained by an artificial passage. These se- 
pulchres occupy a large ravine, which is flanked by the bed of a tor- 
rent. The plan of one of these tombs will be suflicient to explain the 
general disposition of the rest. Every grotto communicates with the 
valley by a large gate, which opens to a gallery hollowed in the rock: 
its breadth and height arc generally about twelve feet, and its length 
is twenty paces to the second gate, which opens to another gallery of 
the same breadth, and twenty-four feet in length. To the right and 
left of this gallery are chambers of five feet in breadth and ten feet 
long. — There, are found paintings of arms; such as hatchets, poignards, 
cui vatcd sabres, straight swords, lances, javelins, liows, arrows, quivers, 
coats of mail, shields, implements of husbandry, vases, and trinkets of 
every kind. The detail of preparing ibod is also represented. 

*' A third gallery succeeds, of the same dimensions as the fi)rmer, 
and leads to a chamber above the level of the other apartments, which 
is eighteen feet square. From this chamber is the entrance to a gal 
lery of thirty four paces in length ; there is aKso an inclining gallery, 
whose length is twenty-eight pjices. At it.s extren.ity is a corridor of 



Vlll PREFACE. 

sixteen paces, leading to a chamber of eleven paces square, which is 
connected with another of the same size by a gallery of six paces. A 
sfjuare saloon then succeeds, supported by eight pillars ; its length is 
twenty paces, and its breadth twenty. Here is the sarcophagus which 
contained the mummy of the king. The Romans made some at- 
tempts to carry away this sarcophagus from the grotto where it is de- 
posited ; they had even tried to level the ground, in order to facilitate 
its removal, but they very soon renounced the impracticable enterprise. 

"' To the saloon of the sarcophagus, another apartment succeeds, 
«)f twenty-five paces in breadth, and forty in length. The height of 
llie tomb is seven feet, its length eight, and its breadth six : the total 
length of the gallery is two hundred and twenty-five paces. The 
tombs of the kings throughout their whole extent are covered with 
pictures and hieroglyphics ;* but the greater part are painted in fresco, 
and represent the most fantastic subjects that can be conceived. Here 
it was that the Romans caught that idea of the grotesque, which ftmned 
a principal subject of their compositions during the second and third 
ages of the empire. The researches into Herculaneum have discovered 
a great number of paintings executed in a similar taste. 

" One of the most i\:..eresting of these grottos contains a sarcopha- 
gus that is stiU entire and in its place. Its length is sixteen feet, its 
height twelve, and its breadth six. It still preserves the lid, adorned 
with the effigy of the king, which is a single block of granite. The 
astonishment that is felt, on reflecting that this enormous mass was 
transported to the extremity of a subterraneous passage two hundred 
})aces in length, exceeds all bounds, when it is considered that it was 
worked upon the place where it remains. What difficulties must have 
been surmounted, in order to transport a weight of many hundred 
milicrs, across the almost impracticable roads of the mountmn! — Here 
it was that we found the famous mummy and papyrus roll. 

Human sacrifices are continually represented, as well as a diversity 
of curious Hieroglyphical Figures, one of which represents Isis Malk- 
ing on the Earth, and Flowers springing forth from under her Feet. 



• The Egyptian priests, to keep the mysteries of their religion from the knowledge of tlit 
r^wnmon people, used Hieroglyphics, or sacred characters, as the word itself imports, being a 
Greek compound, signifying " sacred " and " to eneravt. or carje ' 



PSEFACS. IX 

" From the time of Strabo, there were reckoned seventeen tombs of 
kings : and we sliall still find the same number, if we may comprehend 
in this enumeration a superb grotto, whose plan is equally large and 
beautiful with that of the sepulchres of the Theban sovereigns. This 
grotto is half a league to the north of the Memnonium, and is scooped 
out at the bottom of a mountain, whose inclosures contain many other 
tombs : the entrance of several of them is closed, and the greater part 
of them have been violated. It appears that those, of the ancient 
Egyptians, who had remained faithful to their worship, endeavoured, 
from respect to the memory of their princes, to conceal tlie knowledge 
of their sepulchres, either from their conquerors, or the professors of 
other religions. 

" The ancient Egyptians, from the king to the lowest of his sub- 
jects, were very attentive to the construction of their burying-places, 
in the firm belief that, after several thousand years, the soul would re- 
turn to inhabit the body, if, during that time, it should have remained 
undisturbed. Hence proceeded the custom of embalming, and the po- 
sition of sepulchres in places inaccessible to the inundation of the 
river. 

** In the neighbourhood of the Memnonium, and among the grottos 
of private individuals, many are found which are still filled with the 
fragments of mummies. When the Arabs, who consider the grottos 
as the property of each family, apprehend that they may be visited by 
strangers, they set fire to the mummies which they contain, in order 
to turn the curious from the research. There are some of these ca.- 
verns still untouched ; as the persevering traveller has not yet dis- 
covered them. 

** The sepulchres of the rich are exhausted. None of the mummies 
which are sold by the people of the country are dressed in the enve- 
lope, upon which the figure of Death was painted. A few fragments 
of these envelopes are all which now appear. It is indeed very extra- 
ordinary, that, except in the present instance, no traveller has found 
the manuscripts on the papyrus, which the mummies of distinguished 
persons never fail to enclose. These manuscripts are, without con- 
tradiction the most ancient that have been preserved, and appear to 
contain the prayers made for the dead, and also the mysterious books 
used by the priests. They are written in hieroglyphics or characters. 



t ntSFACE. 

and are decorated with drawings that resemble the pictures which cover 
the walls of the sepulchres. Many of the mummies have the nails 
both of their hands and feet, gilt. Two rolls of the papyrus are some- 
times found with them, which are often placed under the arm-pits, 
though they arc also deposited in the division of the thighs, and near 
the organs of generation." 

M. Sonnini hastened to the First Consul, whose curiosity, likewise, 
being much excited by viewing this hieroglyphical treasure, sent for a 
learned Copt, who, after an attentive perusal, discovered a key where- 
by he was enabled to decypher the characters. After great labour, 
he accomplished this task, and dictated its contents to Napoleon^s Me- 
cretary, who, in order to preserve the matter secret, translated and 
wrote them down in the German language. 

The First Consul, having consulted th« German translation of the 
roll regarding some transactions in his own life, was amazed to find 
that the answers, given, corresponded strictly with what had actually 
occurred. He accordingly secured the original and translated 
Manuscripts, in his private cabinet, which ever after accompanied 
him, until the fatal day of Leipzic above mentioned. They were 
held by him as a sacred treasure, and are said to have been a stimu- 
lus to many of his grandest speculations, he being known to consult 
them on all occasions. Before each campaign, and on the eve of 
every battle or treaty, Napoleon consulted his favourite Oracle. His 
grief for the loss of this companion of his private hours, was exces- 
sive ; and it is smd that, at Leipzic, he even ran the risk of being 
taken, in his eagerness to preserve the cabinet, containing it, from 
destruction. 

In a list, drawn up in Napoleon's own hand-writing, on a blank leaf 
prefixed to the translated Manuscript, are to be seen the following 
Questions, as put to the Oracle, with their Answers, as received, by 
that illustrious man. They are here selected, from among many 
others, on account of the very strong analogy, I might say identity, 
which exists between them and some of the most important actions of 
his life. 

Question 15. What is the aspect of the Seasons, and what Polu 
Heal Changes are likely to take place f 



PftEFACB. XI 

Amswbv. (Hierogh/phic qf Cross Keys.) " A conqueror, of noble 
mind and mighty power, shall spring from low condition ; he will 
break the chains of the oppressedi and will give liberty to the 
nations." 

QuKsTioM IS. Will my Name he immortalized^ and loill posterity 
applaud it f 

Answer. (Hieroglyphic of Pyramid.) " Thy name will be 
handed down, with the memory of thy deeds, to the most distant 
posterity." 

Question. 8. Shall I be eminent, and meet with Preferment in my 
pursuits ? 

Answer. (Hieroglyphic of Pyramid.) " Thou shalt meet with 
many obstacles, but at length thou shalt attain the highest earthly 
power and honour." 

Question 12. Will my Name be immortalized^ and will posterily 
applaud it f 

Answer. (Hieroglyphic of Castellated Mansion.) " Abuse not 
the power which the Lord giveth thee, and thy name will be hailed 
with rapture in future ages." 

Question 30. Have I any^ or many Enemies ? 

Answer. (Hieroglyphic of Hand and Dagger.) ** Thou hast 
enemies, who, if not restrained by the laws, would plunge a dagger 
in thy heart.* 

Question 15. What is the aspect of the Seasons^ and what Poli- 
tical Changes are likely to take place f 

Answer. (Hieroglyphic of Castellated Mansion.) ** The wings 
of the eagle of the north will be clipped, and his talons blunted.'' 

I shall ibrbear further quotation, as the rest of the answers in the list 
arc either obscure, or relative to matters of inferior or domestic import. 



xu preface: 

Regarding the personal application of the above answers (except 
the last, of which I shall speak presently,) to the late Emperor, there 
ean be no difference of opinion : this is too obvious to admit of a mo- 
ment's discussion ; indeed, I have been confidently informed, that 
when he aspired to the imperial throne, he was actually transported 
with rapture and amazement, when he read the words contamed in 
the Answer to Question 8, viz. ** Thou shalt meet with many ob- 
stacles, but at length thou shalt attain the highest earthly power and 
honour." 

In the second Answer to Question 15, that is, the last which I 
have quoted from the Emperor's list, the reader will perceive that 
the Autocrat of Russia is indicated ; but whether the words have any 
direct reference to what passed before the treaty of Tilsii, or to any fu- 
ture boundaries which have been, or may be, opposed to Russian aggran- 
disement, is not equally certmn. At all events, it must be allowed, 
that Napoleon's invasion of the Russian territory clearly proves that 
his own sentiments were in entire accordance with the latter sug< 
gestinn. 

It had been a happy circumstance for Napoleon, had he unifortnlj 
abided, or been ruled by answers to many other questions, which lie 
was in thp habit of putting to the Oracle, and which, doubtless, fore- 
warned him of danger, and, most probably, of his downfall : but he 
was so accustomed, from a long series of success in almost every pur- 
suit which he undertook, to look on the bright side of every cir- 
cumstance, that, to a mind like his, such forewarnings were not likely 
to be productive of that salutary restraint which some of his specula- 
tions required. 

As instances of the lamentable effects of this want of confidence 
in the oracular counsels cont^ned in the following Work, I may 
adduce the battle of Leipzic itself, and the fatal consequences of the 
Russian campaign, viz. the conflagration of Moscow, the destruction 
of his brave army, and, finally, the abdication of a sceptre which he 
was long accustomed to wave over the heads of those very monarchs 
who now compelled him to relinquish it. 

To return to the subject of the Manuscripts themselves : — What 
became of the original Papyrus is not known, but it is supposed 



PREFACE. aciU 

that from the frailness of its texture, it was destroyed in the general 
pillage. If, however, it should be in existence, the present proprietor 
is hereby earnestly entreated to communicate thereupon with the 
Secretary of Her Imperial Highness, making whatever demand for its 
restoration which he may deem requisite ; or he may, if more con- 
venient, deposit it in the Imperial Museum at Vienna, where he 
shall obt{un a receipt* for the same in due form. In the care of the 
administrators of the Museum, he is required to leave a sealed letter, 
addressed to Her Imperial Highnesses Secretary, contuning the de- 
mand of money, which he feels himself entitled to, in the way of 
remuneration. 

It remains now for the Translator to say something respecting 
Uie nature and quality of the Answers wluch are eontained in the 
Book of Fate. In the first place, then, respecting the nature o£ 
the Answers, it will appear that some of these seem to have so di- 
rect a reference to the manners and customs of the present age, 
as almost to deprive them of the same just claims to antiquity 
which it will be allowed the others undoubtedly possess. But this 
impression will speedily vanish, when we call to mind, that among 
the andent Eg3rptian3 the same arts were cultivated, as are now car- 
ried on in England and other countries at the present day. Do not 
the paintings in the tombs, which are still in preservation in Egypt, 
prove this ? It is likewise necessary to take into account, that the 
work has already passed through two successive translations, conse- 
quently, in some passages there must be a considerable deterioration 
from the ori^nal sense ; but more particularly, as in phrases of a do- 
mestic or professional application, it is sometimes impossible to pre- 
serve the real idiom of a translated language. 

In my own case, I have to state, that from a long residence in 
this country, I have been enabled to attain a knowledge of many of 
the peculiarities both of customs and language among the English 
people. This knowledge has been of great use in my recent labours, 
'and it will account for those slight deviations which I have some- 
times found necessary, in adapting an ancient Egyptian work to 
modern eyes and ears. These deviations, however, are few, and, I 
may add, slight ; but they will be more certainly appreciated when 
the Reader has had an opportunity of perusing the present trans- 
lation, and then comparing it with the German and French ones. 



xiv vkbvace, 

which I intend to have published immediately on my return to the 
Conltnentk 

In the second place, regarding tlie quality of the Answers, I have 
to observe, that they are of five kinds, viz. positive^ mandatory^ pre- 
sumpllve^ admonitory^ and conditionaL As examples, I shall select 
fivf, (that is, one of each qualilyt) ffOtti among seventeen, which have 
been returned to various persons who consulted the Oracle since it has 
been in my possession. 

First, then, of the positive. It was asked (Question 17, J by a 
gentleman, " Will my beloved prove true in my absence ?" The 
Answer returned was, (Hieroglyphic of the Plough^) " The affec- 
tions of the being whom thou lovest, will be placed on none other but 
thyself." 

Example of the mandatoryi It was asked (Question 6,) '* Shall I 
make, or mal*, my fortune by gambling ?** The Answer was, (Hiero- 
glyphie of Cross BoneSf) " Be warned ! from henceforth, never play 
for money, nor money's worth." 

As an example of the presumptive, it was asked, (Question 28,^ 
** Shall I ever find a treasure?" The answer was such as to leave no 
doubt on the consulter's mind that he sliould find a treasure ; but at 
the same time it contained such good counsel, as to the application of 
it, as was absolutely Ecquired by a man of his circumstances and dis- 
position. It was, (Hieroglyphic of Fasces,) " When thou findest a 
treasure, teach thy tongue to be silent ; and see that thou makest good 
use of thy riches." 

To exemplify the admmiitory, I may give an instance of a lady who 
consulted the Oracle in the following words, (Question 24,^ " Inform 
me of all particulars relating to my future husband." The Answer 
was, (Hieroglyphic of the Bow and Arrow,) ** Consider well whether 
thou oughtest, at present, to change thy condition in life." 

lastly, as an example of the conditional Answers, I select the fol- 
lowing. It was a.%\ieA,( Question \9,) by the mother of a large family, 
*' After my death" will my children be virtuous and happy ? The 
Answer was, (Hieroglyphic of the Ladder,) " In the training of thy 



PREFACS. XV 

offspring, let thy discipline be strict, but not severe ; lose no opportu- 
nity of improving their understandings, and, in the plenitude of their 
happiness, they will bless thee."" 

Another quality which pertains to a few of these Answers, is the 
close affinity which seems to exist between them and some of the most 
favourite moral axioms in use among the civilized nations of antiquity : 
but is this to be wondered at, when we consider that Egypt had long 
been the residence of the Hebrews, and that it had been overrun both 
by the Greeks and Romans, who afterwards formed settlements there ? 
It cannot be doubted, therefore, that the Hebrews not only retained 
the arts which they saw cultivated, and learned, in Egypt, but also 
that their priests became possessors of copies of books which were in 
use in the temples. That the Greeks and Romans did so, is beyond 
speculation ; for it is well known (being asserted by Herodotus and 
other historians) that all the Oracles, afterwards established in the 
states of Greece, and elsewhere, owed their origin to books found in 
the Egyptian temples, which were pillaged and plundered upwards of 
8000 years ago. That these books were mere transcripts of the origi- 
nal copy of the work now given to the world, there can likewise be no 
doubt ; consequently, the inference is a fair one, that, the moral axioms, 
above spoken of, were borrowed from these books, and that, being 
greatly admired by the literati of those days, such passages were after- 
wards transplanted into their own works, as original. 

This explanation of the apparent identity will be perfectly satisfac- 
tory to every candid reader ; but, in order to throw as much light on 
the subject as possible, I have prefixed to the present work an au- 
thentic and interesting account of the Oeacles which bore so famous a 
part in the histories of ancient Egypt and Greece. 

The Translator, in taking his leave of the British Public, has now 
merely to state that the BOOK OF FATE, in its English diess, is 
adapted to all conditions of life ; and persons of every rank and ca- 
pacity will now have an opportunity of consulting it, and of regulating 
their future conduct according to its osaculak counskls^ 

H, KIRCHENHOFFER. 
London^ June 1, 1822. 



INTRODUCTORY ACCOUNT 



OP 



^mtrnt <§raclej$» 



•t^ I ff*-r- 



No institution is more famous than the ancient Oracles of Eg3rpt, 
Greece, and Rome. They were said to be the will of the gods 
themselves, and they were consulted, not only upon every important 
matter, but even in the affairs of private life. To make peace or war, 
to introduce a change of government, to plant a colony, to enact laws, 
to raise an edifice, or to marry, were all sufficient reasons to consult the 
will of the gods. Mankind, in consulting them, showed that they 
wished to pay implicit obedience to the command of the divinity, and, 
when they had been favoured with an answer, they acted with more 
spirit, and with more vigour, conscious that the undertaking had met 
with the sanction and approbation of heaven. In this, therefore, it 
will not appear wonderful that so many places were sacred to oracular 
purposes. 

The small province of Boeotia could once boast of her 25 oracles* 
and Peloponnesus of the same number. Not only the chief of the 
gxxls gave oracles, but, in process of time, heroes were admitted to 
enjoy the same privileges ; and the oracles of a Trophonius and an 
Antinoiis, were soon able to rival the fame of Apollo and of Jupiter. 
The most celebrated oracles of antiquity were those of Dodona, 
Delphi, Jupiter Amraon, &c. The temple of Delphi seemed to claim 
a superiority over the other temples ; its fame was once more extended, 
and its riches were so great, that not only private persons, but even 
kings and numerous armies, made it an object of plunder and of 
rapine. 



Xvm INTEODUCTION. 

The manner of delivering oracles was different A priestess at 
Delphi was permitted to pronounce the oracles of the god, and her 
delivery of the answers was always attended with acts of apparent 
madness and desperate fury. Not only women, but even doves, were 
the ministers of the temple of Dodona ; and the suppliant votary was 
often startled to hear his questions readily answered by ^e decayed 
trunk, or the spreading branches of a neighbouring oak. Ammon 
conveyed his answers in a plain and open manner ; but Amphiarius 
required many ablutions and preparatory ceremonies, and he generally 
communicated his oracles to his suppliants in dreajns and visions. 
Sometimes the first words that were heard, after issuing from the tem- 
ple, were deemed the answers of the oracles, and sometimes the nod- 
ding or shaking of the head of the statue, the motions of fishes in a 
neighbouring lake, or their reluctance in accepting the food which was 
offered to them, were as strong and valid as the most express and most 
minute explanations. 

It is a question among the learned, whether the oracles were given 
by the inspiration of evil spirits, or whether they proceeded from the 
imposture of the priests. Imposture, however, and forgery, cannot 
long flourish, and falsehood becomes its own destroyer ; and on the 
contrary, it is well known how much confidence the people, even o£ 
an enlightened age, place upon dreams, prophecies, and unaccount- 
able incidents. Some have strongly believed that all the oracles of 
the earth ceased at the birth of Christ, but the supposition is false. 
It was, indeed, the beginning of their decline ; but they remained in 
repute, and were consulted, though perhaps not so frequently, tiU 
the fourth century, when Christianity began to triumph over paganism. 
The oracles often suffered themselves to be bribed. Alexander did 
it, but it is well known that Lysander failed in the attempt. 
Herodotus, who first mentioned the corruption which often prevailed 
in the oracular temples of Greece and Egypt, has been severely 
treated for his remarks, by the historian Plutarch. Demosthenes 
is also a witness of the corruption, and he observed, that the 
oracles of Greece were servilely subservient to the will and pleasure 
of Philip king of Macedon, as he beautifully expresses it by the 
word Philipid^ein. 

When in a state of inspiration, the eyes of the Priestess suddenly 
sparkled, her hair stood on. end, and a shivering ran over all her body. 
In this convulsive state she spoke the oracles of the god, often with 
loud bowlings and cries, and her articulationa were taken down by the 



IKTRODTrCTlDW. JUX 

priest, and set in order. Sometimes the spirit of inspiration was more 
gentle, and not always violent ; yet Plutarch mentions one of the 
prietesses who was thrown into such an excessive fury, that not only 
those that consulted the oracle, but also the priests that conducted her 
to the sacred tripod, and attended her during the inspiration, were 
terrified and forsook the temple ; and so violent was the fit, that she 
continued for some days in the most agonizing situation, and at last 
died. At Delphos, the Py thia, before she placed herself on the tripod, 
used to wash her whole body, and particularly her hair, Jn the waters of 
the fountain Castaiis, at the foot of mount Parnassus. She also shook 
a laurel tree that grew near the ^ace, and sometimes ate the leaves, 
with which she crowned herself. 

The Priestess always appeared dressed in the garments of virgins to 
intimate tlieir purity and modesty, and they were solemnly bound to ob- 
serve the strictest laws of temperance and chastity, that neither fantastical 
dresses nor lascivious behaviour might bring the office, the religion, or 
the sanctity of the place into contempt. There was originally but one 
Pythia, besides subordinate priests, but afterwards two were chosen, 
and sometimes more. The most celebrated of all these is Phemonoe. 
who is supposed by some to have been the first who gave oracles at 
Delphi. The oracles were always delivered in hexameter verses, a 
custom which was some time after discontinued. The Pythia was con- 
sulted only one month in the year, about the spring. It was always 
required, that those who consulted the oracle should make large 
presents to Apollo, and from thence arose the opulence, splendour, 
and the magnificence of the celebrated temple of Delphi. Sacrifices 
were also offered to the divinity, and if the omens proved unfavorable, 
the priestess refused- to ^ve an answer. There were g«ierally five 
priests who assisted at the offering of the sacrifices, and there was also 
another who attended the Pythia, and assisted her in receiving the 
oracle. 

We shall now proceed to describe some of the most celebrated of 
the ancient Oracles : 



Cl^tacle of Mtlpbo^* 

Delhpos, now called Cctstri, the capital of Phocis, in Greece, was 
anciently much celebrated for its Temple and Oracle of Apollo. It 
was also called Pytho^ by the poets ;. from the serpent Python, which 
Apollo killed in this place. Pausania?, however, says that this name 



XX INTEODUCTION. 

Pytho was given to the city of Delphos, by Pythis, son of Delphus, 
and grandson of Lycorus. The Greek historians gave to this city the 
name of Delphos, which some suppose to have been so called^ from 
Adelphoif brethren, because Apollo and his brother Bacchus were both 
worshipped there; and others, with greater probability, derive the 
name from Delphos^ single, or solitary, referring to the retired situation 
of the city among the mountains. 

Justin questions, which was the most worthy of admiration, the forti- 
fication of the place, or the majesty of the god, who here delivered his 
oracles. The Temple of Apollo occupied a large space, and many 
streets opened to it. The first discovery which laid the foundation 
of the extraordinary veneration in which the Oracle of Delphos was 
held, and of the riches accumulated in the temple, is said to have 
been occasioned by some goats which were feeding on mount Par- 
nassus, near a deep and large cavern, with a narrow entrance. These 
goats having been observed by the goat-herd, Coretas, to frisk and 
leap after a strange manner, and to utter unusual sounds immediately 
upon their approach to the mouth of the cavern, he had the curiosity 
to view it, and found himself seized with the like fit of madness, skip« 
ping, dancing, and fortelling things to come. 

At the news of this discovery, multitudes flocked thither, many of 
whom were possessed with such frantic enthusiasm, that they threw 
themselves headlong into the opening of the cavern ; insomuch, that 
it was necessary to issue an edict, forbidding all persons to approach it. 
This surprising place was treated with singular veneration, and was 
soon covered with a kind of chapel, which was originally made of 
laurel boughs, and resembled a large hut. This, according to the 
Fhocian tradition, was surrounded by one of wax, raised up by bees. 
After this a third was built of solid copper, said to have been the 
workmanship of Vulcan. 

This last was destroyed, by an earthquake, or, according to some 
authors, by fire, which melted the copper ; and then a sumptuous 
Temple, altogether of stone, was erected by two excellent architects, 
Trophimus and Agamedes. This edifice was destroyed by fire in the 
58th Olympiad, or 548 years B. C. The Amphictyons proposed to 
beat the charge of building another; but the Alcmeonides, a rich 
family of Athens, came to Delphos, obtained the honor of executing 
the building, and made it more magnificent than they had at first pro- 
posed. The riches of this Temple, amassed by the donations of those 



INTRODUCTION. XXI 

who frequented it and consulted the Oracle, exposed it to various 
depredations. At length the Gauls, under the conduct of Brennus, 
came hither for the same purpose, about 278 years B. C. ; but they 
were repulsed with great slaughter. Last of all, Nero robbed it of 500 
of its most precious brazen and golden statues. 

It has not been ascertained at what time this Oracle was founded. 
It is certain, however, that Apollo was not the first who was consulted 
hpre. ^schylus, in his tragedy of the Eumenides, says, Terra was 
the first who issued oracles at Delphi : after her Themis, then Phoebe, 
another daughter of Terra, and, as it is smd, mother of Latona, and 
grandmother to ApoHo. Pausanias says, that before Themis, Terra 
and Neptune had delivered oracles in this place, and some say that 
Saturn had also been consulted here. At length the Oracle of Apollo 
became established and permanent; and such was its reputation, and 
such were the multitudes from all parts that came to consult it, that 
the riches which were thus brought into the temple and city, became 
so considerable as to be compared with those of the Persian kings. 

About the time when this Oracle was first discovered, the whole 
mystery requisite for obtaining the prophetic ^ft, is said to have been 
merely to approach the cavern and inhale the vapour that 'issued from 
it ; and then the god inspired all persons indiscriminately ; but at length 
several enthusiasts, in the excess of their fury, having thrown them- 
selves headlong into the cavern, it was thought expedient to contrive 
a prevention of this accident^ which frequently occurred. Accordingly, 
the Priests placed over the hole, whence the vapour issued, a machine 
which they called " a tripod," because it had three feet, and commis* 
sioncd a woman to seat herself in it, where she might inhale the va- 
pour without danger, because the three feet of the machine stood firmly 
upon the rock. This Priestess was named Pythia, from the serpent 
Python, slain by Apollo, or from the Greek puthesthai. signifying to 
inquire, because people came to Delphi to consult this deity. The 
females, first employed, were virgins selected with great precaution - 
but the only qualification necessary was to be able to speak and repeat 
what the god dictated. 

This was done by placing her ear close to one of the horns of the 
altar, and listening to the voic^ of one of Apollo's priests, to whom 
the question had been communicated. This Priest, who stood near 
the altar, in the interior of the Temple, having been assisted by his 
brethren in the necessary devotions and sacrifices, opened the BOO K 
QF FATE, which was deposited in the Temple, and atter many 



XXli INTRODUCTION. 

prayers, worked the required problems. The Answer, which from the 
nature of the case in hand, was often conditional, being commu- 
nicated to the Priestess on the tripod, was, after various ceremonies, 
delivered to the enquiring multitude, or to the individual who came 
privately to consult the Oracle. 

The custom of choosing young virgins continued for a long time, 
till one of them, who was extremely beautiful, was dishonoured by a 
young Thessalian. An express law was then enacted, that none should 
be chosen but women above fifty years old. At first there was only 
one Priestess ; but afterwards, there were two or three. The oracles 
were not delivered every day ; but ^fts and sacrifices were in some cases 
presented for a long time, and even for a whole year ; and it was only 
once a year in the month hosiotii which answered to the beginning of 
spring, that Apollo inspired the Priestess. £xcept on this day, she 
was forbidden, under pain of death, to go into the sanctuary to consult 
Apollo. 

Alexander, before his expedition into Asia, came to Delphi on one 
of those days when the sanctuary was shut, and intreated the Priestess 
to mount the tripod, which she steadily refused, alleging the law which 
forbade her. The prince,' naturally impetuous, became impatient, and 
drew the Priestess by force from her cell, and whilst he was conducting 
her to the sanctuary, she took occasion to exclaim, " My son, thou 
ART invincible!!" As soon as these words were pronounced, 
Alexander cried out that he was satisfied, and would have no other 
oracle. 

It is here to be observed, however, that great but unnecessary pre- 
parations were often made for giving mysteriousness to the oracle, and 
for commanding the respect that was paid to it. Among other circum- 
stances relating to the sacrifices that were offered, the Priestess herself 
fasted three days, and before she ascended the tripod, she bathed her- 
self in the fountain of Castalia. She drank water from that fountain, 
and chewed laurel-leaves gathered near it. She was then led into the 
sanctuary by the priests, who placed her upon the tripod. 

As soon as she began to be agitated by the divine exhalation, said 
to arise from the cavern, but which was merely the vapour of incense 
burnt there, in order to give more mystery to the affair, her hair 
stood on end, her aspect became wild and ghastly, her mouth began 
to foam, and her whole body was suddenly seized with violent trem- 
blings. In this condition she attempted to escape from the Priests, 
who detained her by force, while her shrieks and bowlings made 



INTRODUCTION. XXm 

the whole temple resound, and filled the by-standers with a sacred 
horro*- 

At length, unable to resist the impulse of the god, she surrendered 
herself up to him, and at certain intervals uttered from the bottom of 
her stomach, or belly, by the faculty or power of ventriloquism, some 
unconnected words, vj^hich the Priests ranged in order, and, put in 
form of verse, giving them a connection which they had not when they 
were delivered by the Priestess. The oracle being pronounced, the 
Priestess was taken off the tripod, and conducted back to her cell, 
where she continued several days to recover herself. Lucan tells us, 
that speedy death was frequently the consequence of her enthusiasm. 
The. oracles pronounced by the Priestess being generally delivered 
to the poets^ who attended on the occasion, and being put by them 
into wretched verse, gave occasion to the raillery ^ that ^Apollo the 
Prince of the muses, was the worst of poets. 

The Priests aad Priestesses, to whose conduct the responses of the 
Oracle were committed, were, however, frequently guilty of fraud and 
imposture. And many instances might be mentioned, in which the 
Delphic Priestess was not superior to corruption. Hence she per- 
suaded the Lacedaemonians to assist the people of Athens in the expul- 
sion of the 30 tyrants. Hence, also, she caused Demaratus to be 
divested of the royal dignity to make way for Cleomenes ; and sup- 
ported the impostor Lysander, when he endeavoured to change the 
succession to the throne of Sparta. It is not improbable, that The- 
mistocles, who well knew the importance of acting against the Persians 
by sea, inspired the god with the answer he gave, " to defend themselves 
with walls oj wood."" 

These answers were likewise, on many occasions equivocal. Thus, 
when Croesus was about to invade the Modes, he consulted this Oracle 
upon the success of the war, and received for answer, that by passing 
the river Halys, he should win a great empire. But he was left to 
conjecture, or to determine by the event, whether this empire was his 
own or that of his enemies. Such was also the same Oracle's answer 
to Pyrrhus. 

'' Alo te, JEacida, Romanes vincere posse." 

which meant, " I sz^j unto thee O Greek, thou canst overcome the 
Romans.*" or. " i say unto thee, the Romans may overcome the Greeks." 



atXlV INTUODUCTION. 



Oracle of l^eloje^* 

The Oracle of Apollo, in Delos, was one of the most famous Oraclet 
in the world, not only for its antiquity, but for the richness of the 
sacred presents dedicated to the god, and the numbers of persons that 
resorted hither from all parts for advice ; in which respect it surpassed 
not only all the Oracles of other gods, but even those of Apollo, him- 
self, — that of Delphos alone excepted. Some writers say, that the island 
had the name of Delos, from the clear and simple terms in which the 
answers were here given by the Oracle, contrary to the ambiguity ob- 
served in other places ; but it was consulted only while Apollo made 
Delos his summer residence, for his winter abode was at Patara, a city 
of Lycia. The presents offered by the votaries to Apollo, were laid on 
the altar, which, as some say, was erected by A polio himself, when he 
was only four years old, and form ed of the horns of goats, killed by 
Diana, on mount Cynthus. It was preserved pure from blood and 
every kind of pollution, as offensive to Apollo. The whole island was 
an asylum, which extended to all living creatures, dogs excepted, which 
were not suffered to be brought on shore. 

The native deities, Apollo and Diana, had three very magnificent 
temples erected for them in this island. That of Apollo, was, accord- 
ing to Strabo, (lib. x.) begun by Erysiapthus, the son of Cecrops, who 
is said to have possessed this island 1558 years B. C. ; but it was 
afterwards much enlarged and embellished at the general charge of all 
the Grecian states. But Plutarch says, that it was one of the most 
stately buildings in the universe, and describes its altar, as deserving a 
place among the seven wonders of the world. The inscription in this 
temple, as Aristotle informs us, (Ethic. 1. i. c. 9.) was as follows: '*0^ 
all things the most beautiful is Justice ; the most useful is ?iealth ; and 
the most agreeable is the possession of the beloved object.'^ 

Round the temple were magnificent porticoes, built at the charge 
of various princes, as appears from the still legible inscriptions. To 
this temple the neighbouring islands sent yearly a company of virgins 
to celebrate with dancing the festival of Apollo, and his sister Dianat 
and to make offerings in the name of their respective cities. 

Delos was held in such reverence by most nations, that even the 
Persians, after having laid waste the other islands, and every where 
destroyed the temples of the gods, spared Delos ; and Datis, the Per* 
sian admiral, forebore to anchor in the harbour. 



IMTBODUCTION. XXV 

^tacU of ^mmon. 

The Temple oi Jupiter Ammon was in the deserts of Libya, nine 
days journey from Alexandria. It had a famous Oracle, which, 
according to ancient tradition, was established about 18 centuries before 
the time of Augustus, by two doves which flew away from Thebais in 
Egypt, and came^ one to Dodona, and the ether to Libya, where the 
people were soon informed of their divine mission. The Oracle of 
Ammon was consulted by Hercules, Perseus, and others ; but when 
it pronounced Alexander to be the son of Jupiter, such flattery de- 
stroyed its long established reputation, and in the age of Plutarch it 
was scarcely known. The situation of the temple was pleasant ; and 
there was near it a fountain whose waters were cold at noon and mid- 
night, and warm in the morning and evening. There were above 100 
priests in the temple, but the elders only delivered oracles. There was 
also an Oracle of Jupiter Ammon in iBthiopia. 



<!^racU of iiotrona* 

Dodona was a town of Thresprotia in Epirus. There was in its 
neighbourhood, upon a small hill called Tmarus, a celebrated Oracle 
of Jupiter. The town and temple of the god were first built by Deu- 
calion, after the universal deluge. It was supposed to be the most 
ancient Oracle of all Greece, and according to the traditions of the 
Egyptians mentioned by Herodotus, it was founded by a dove. Two 
black doves, as he relates, took their flight from the city of Thebes, in 
Egypt, one of which flew to the temple of Jupiter Ammon, and the 
other to Dodona, where with a human voice they acquainted the inha- 
bitants of the country that Jupiter had consecrated the ground, which 
in future would give oracles. The extensive grove which surrounded 
Jupiter's temple was endowed with the gift of prophecy, and oracles 
were frequently delivered by the sacred oaks, and the doves which in- 
habited the place. This fabulous tradition of the oracular power of 
the doves, is explained hy Herodotus, who observes that some Phoeni- 
cians carried away two priestesses from Egypt, one of which went to 
fix her residence at Dodona, where the Oracle was established. It may 
further be observed, that the fable might have been founded upon the 
double meaning of the word peleiai, which sigai&es doves in most parts 



XXVI introduction; 

of Greece, while in the dialect of the Epirots, it implies old xoomen. 
In ancient times the oracles were delivered by the uiurmuring of a 
neighbouring fountain, but the custom was afterwards changed. Large 
kettles were suspended in the air near a brazen statue, which held a 
ksh in its hand. When the wind blew strong, the statue was agitated 
and struck against one of the kettles, which communicated the motion 
to all the rest, and raised that clattering and discordant din which con- 
tinued for a while, and from which the priests drew their predictions. 
Some suppose that the noise was occasioned by the shaking of the 
leaves and boughs of an old oak, which the people frequently consulted^, 
and from which they pretended to receive the oracles. It may be ob- 
served with more probability that the oracles were delivered by the 
priests, .who, by concealing themselves behind the oaks, gave occasion 
to the multitude to believe that the trees were endowed with the 
jxrwer of prophecy. As the ship Argo was built with some of the 
oaks of the forest of Dodona, there were some beams in the vessel 
which gave oracles to the Argonauts, and warned them against the 
approach of calamity. Within the forest of Dodona there was a stream 
with a fountain of cool water, which had the power of lighting a torch 
as soon as it touched it. This fountain was totally dry at noon day, and 
was restored to its full course at midnight, from which time till the 
following noon it began to decrease, and at the usual hour was again 
deprived of its waters. The oracles of Dodona were originally deli- 
vered by men, but afterwards by women. 



The Augurs were certain Priests at Rome who foretold future 
events, whence their name, ah avium garritu. They were first created 
by Romulus to the number of three. Servius TuHius added a fourth, 
and the tribunes of the people A. U. C, 454, increased the number 
to nine ; and Sylla added six more, during his dictatorship. They 
had a particular college, and the chief amongst them was called 
Magister Collegii. Their office was honourable ; and if any one of 
them was convicted of any crime, he oould not be deprived of his pri- 
vilege ; an indulgence granted to no other sacerdotal body at Rome. 
The argur generally sat on a hig^ tower, to make his observations. 
His face was turned towards the east, and he had the north to his 
deft, and the south at his right. With a crooked staff be divided th^ 



INTRODUCTION. XXVU 

face of the heavens into four different parts, and afterwards sacrificed 
to the gods, covering his head with his vestment. There were gene- 
rally five things from which the augurs drew omens : the first consisted 
in observing the phenomena of the heavens, such as thunder, hghtning, 
comets, &c. The second kind of omen was drawn from the chirping 
or flying of birds. The third was from the sacred chickens, whose 
eagerness or indifference in eating the bread which was thrown to them, 
was looked upon as lucky or unlucky. The fourth was from quad- 
rupeds, from their crossing or appearing in some unaccustomed place. 
The fifth was from different casualties, which were called Dira, such 
as spilling salt upon a table, or wine upon one's clothes, hearing strange 
noises, stumbling or sneezing, meeting a wolf, hare, fox, or pregnant 
bitch. Thus did the Romans draw their prophecies ; the sight of 
birds on the left hand was always deemed a lucky object, and the word* 
.tintster 4- laevus, though generally supposed to be terms of ill luck, 
were always used by the augurs in an auspicious sense. 



A strange old woman came once to Tarquinius Superbus, king (rf 
Rome, with nine books, copies of the following work, M'hich she said 
were the oeacles of the sibyls, and proffered to sell them. But the 
king making some scruple about the price, she went away and burnt 
three of them ; and returning with the six, asked the same sum as be- 
fore. Tarquin only laughed at the humour ; upon which the old wo- 
man left him once more ; and after she had burnt three others, came 
again with those that were left, but still kept to her old terms. The 
king began now to wonder at her obstinacy, and thinking there might 
be something more than ordinary in the business, sent for the Augurs 
to consult what Avas to be done. They, when their divinations were 
performed, soon acquainted him what a piece of impiety he had been 
guilty of, by refusing a treasure sent to him from heaven, and com- 
manded him to give whatever she demanded for the books that re- 
mained. The woman received her money, and delivered the writings, 
arid only charging them by all means to keep them sacred, immediately 
vanished. Two of the nobility were presently after chosen to be the 
keepers of these oracles, which were laid up with all imaginable care 
in the capitol, in a chest under ground. They could not be consulted 



XXViil IXfTROSUCTIOV. 

without a special order of the senate, which was never granted, unless 
upon the receiving some notable defeat, upon the rising of any con- 
siderable mutinj or sedition in the state, or upon some other extraor- 
dinary occasion. 

The number of priests, in this, as in most other orders, was several 
times altered. The Duumviri continued till about the year of the 
city 388, when the tribunes of the people preferred a law, that there 
should be ten men elected for this service, part out of the nobility, and 
part out of tlie commons. We meet with the D/ecemviri all along from 
hence, till about the time of Sylla the dictator, when the Quindecemviri 
occur It were needless to ^ve any farther account of the Sibyls, than 
that they are generally agreed to have been ten in number ; for which 
we have the authority of Varro ; though some make them nine, some 
four, some three, and some only one. They all lived in different ages 
and countries, were all prophetesses ; and, according to common opi- 
nion, foretold the coming of our Saviour. As to the writing, Dempster 
tell us, it was on linen. 

Solinus acquaints us, that the books which Tarquin bought, were 
burnt in the conflagration of the capitol, the year before Sylla's dicta- 
torship. Yet there were others of their inspired writings, or at least 
copies or extracts of them, 'gathered up in Greece and other parts, 
upon a special search made by order of the senate ; which were kept 
with the same care as the former, till about the time of Theodosius the 
Great, when, the greatest part of the senate having embraced the Chris- 
tian faith, they began to grow out of fashion; till at last Stilicho burnt 
them all^ under Honorius, for whicli he is severely censured by the 
poet Hutilius. 



THE 



WLtitin^ of Mal&^ii, 



BY COMMAND OF 



HERMES TRISMEGISTUS, 

UNTO THE PRIESTS OF TlHE GREAT TEMPLE. 



Priests of Thebais ! Servants in the great temple of Heca- 
TOMPYLos ! Ye who in the sacred city Diospolis, have dedicated your 
lives to the service of the King of the Gods and of men 1 Hermes,* 
the interpreter of the will of Osiris, greets you ! 

It is the will of the Grods, in grand assembly, convened, that ye pre- 
serve your lives free from stain and pollution. 

It is their will that ye continue to instruct the nations, as. far as they 
may be permitted to know. 

It is the pleasure of Osiris, sitting on his throne of clouds, and sur- 
rounded by the inferior deities, that ye make known to his subjects, his 
children upon earth, whatever may concern their dkstiny, and what 
matters ye shall find written in the book of books :— THE 
WRITTEN ROLL OF MAN'S FATE, now committed to your 



* To Hermes TrismegUtus, a sage as highly revered among them, as Zoroaster 
was among the Persians, the Egyptians ascritted the inventions of chief use to 
human life ; and like every people who are unable to settle the antiquity of their 
origin, they represented his works to have outstood the shock even of the universal 
deluge. They otherwise called him Thoth ; and their priests constantly maintained 
that from the bieroglyphical characters upon the pillars he erected, and the sacred 
books, all the philosophy and learning of the world has been derived, and all the 
oracular intelligeuoe has been drawn. 



XXX THE WEITINO OF BALASPIS. 

safe keeping: — that ye do this strictly and truly, without fear of 
danger, or hope of reward, according to all questions that may be 
asked, by individual persons, by tribes, by rulers of states, and by 
conquerors of nations. 

Osiris commandeth the servants in his favoured sanctuary to shew 
favour unto none, in the answers which it will be their duty to ^ve from 
this book. Let sacrifices and gifts and invocations be made ; let the 
question be asked in all humiUty and strong faith, and when the 
DiTiNEE hath consulted the windings and intricacies of the problem, 
according to tne instructions hereunto appended, let the I'esult be 
written and handed to the chief Prophet or Prophetess, (seated on 
it siool having three legs;) who shall read and interpret the writing 
of Hermes unto the enquirer, in the face of all the assembled people. 

And the Prophet or Prophetess shall read no writing but what 
hath been truly given to her by the priest who doth officiate in the 
sacrifice ; and the priest shall not add to, nor diminish from, what he 
findeth to be the true answer to the question asked, as in this ROLL 
OF MAN'S FATE contained : neither shall he substitute one answer 
for another, but in all things he shall do according to the instructions 
herein given. 

The highest among the Gods, in like way, ordaineth, that no bribe, 
nor private gift, shall be offered or taken, either by the individual 
who enquireth, or by the priest who maketh answer to the consulta- 
tion : let the gift, which is to be offered, be of free will, and let it be 
put upon the altar after the sacrifice hath been consumed, m the face 
of all the people. If herein the priests offend, they shall, on the 
instant, be struck down and pinioned to the earth by the piercing and 
fiery arrows which the great Osiris in his anger, speaking from the 
clouds, hurleth at offending mortals. — Look to it,that, in this, ye offend 
not. 

It is further enjoined that ye take strict charge of this book ; that 
no one but the priests do touch it with their hands, and that it be pre- 
served in a chest of alabaster, to be placed under the altar in the midst 
of the temple. It is in like way commanded that copies of the book 
be written as occasion requireth, and that ihey be transmitted unto the 
priests of the other temples throughout the earth : also that they be 
deposited in the tombs of the Kings and of the High Priests, as 
foUoweth : — 

When the body hath been embalmed and sufficientlv snathed in 
fine cloth, let the roll of writing be placed under the left breast, and 



UNTO THE PUrESTS OF THE TEMPLE. XXXf 

let tlie vestment be bound over it, so that it shall be covered close aivl 
hid from view. The body shall then be attended by the princes and 
priests and people to the place of sepulture, where it is to be interred 
with honour ; — a strong and durable building being raised on the top 
thereof. 



HOW THE ENQUIRER SHALL OBTAIN A TRUE 

ANSWER TO THE QUESTION WHICH HE 

PUTTETH TO THE ORACLE. 

When a man or woman doth come to enquire ought of you, O 
Priests ! let the gifts be made and the sacrifices offered up ; and let 
the invocations of the servants of the temple be chaunted. 

When silence hath been restored, the Diviner shall direct tlie 
stranger who hath come to enquire of the Oracle, to trace, with a 
reed dipped in the blood of the sacrifice, in the midst of a circle contain- 
ing the twelve Signs of the Zodiac,* five rows of upright or inclined 
hues, in the manner following | | 1 | i I 1 I I I I ! I I I > taking 
care that each be readily seen to contain more than twelve lines, in 
respect of the number of the Signs of the Zodiac, but he must 
by no means do this studiously, or count the number he hath marked, 
but guide the reed quickly, so that the number, while it be more than 
twelve, shall be entirely of chance, as far as he knoweth. 

The Diviner shall now reckon from the left unto the right hand 
line of each row, which the inquirer hatn written, marking off twelve, 
thus : I I I I I I I I I 1 1 !>! I 1 and keeping count of the 
remainder, so that he may know whether the remaining number of 
each be odd or even 

If the number of a row be odd, the Diviner shall attach to the right 
hand side thereof one small star, and if it be even, he shall attach two 



* The translator feels it incumbent on him, here to notice (from the experience of 
himself and others in consulting the Oracle,) that he considers some of the above 
mentioned formalities may, on most occasions, be dispensed with. He has found 
that for all ordinary consultations the circle and signs may be omitted ; and instead 
of a reed dipped in blood, he and his friends have, invariably and without the least 
detriment, used a ]pen dipped in common ink. As to the gifts, sacrifices, and invo- 
cations, he considers them in a Christian land to be entirely superfluous ; but in their 
steed it is doubtless requisite that the consulter should have a firm reliance on the 
goodness aad jwovidence of the Creator of all things. 



XXXii THE WRITING OF BALASPIS, 

stars ; and in the same manner with the other rows, as herein set 
down : — 

I I 1 I I I I I I I I M I I * (odd) 

I I I I I I i 1 ! I i M i * * (even) 

I i 1 I i I I I M I M I I I 1 « (odd) 

I I I I I I I I I I I h M « « (even) 

I I 11 I I f i i M M i I I » * (even) 

This double column of stars shall be, to the Diviner, for a Sign 
wheteby he shall be enabled to discover the fale of the Enquirer. 

Let the Enquirer now consult his own breast what he requireth 
to know ; and whether the matter cometh within compass of the ques- 
tions herein writ, and set down in order, as followeth.* — If it doth, the 
Enquirer shall straightway pronounce the question, audibly, as it is 
written, without adding to, or diminishing therefrom, and shall, while 
he uttereth the words, point to the number of the question with the 
forefinger of his lefi hand. 

The Diviner, in his proper vestments, having invoked Osibis, 
shall now place the forefinger of his right hand on the spot whereon 
the Enquirer had previously placed the same finger of his left. 
He shall then search out among the Signs, or columns of stars, placed 
above the hieroglyphics, for that individual Sign, or column^ which 
shall answer in every respect to the one which hath been cast up, by 
the addition of the lines previously traced by the Enquirer. 

When the Diviner hath found the corresponding Sign, or column 
of stars, he must place thereon the forefinger of his le/i hand ; he 
shall now move this finger, and likewise the same finger of the right 
hand, from the points whereon they have been placed, so that Uiey 
may approximate, or meet each other, at right angles. 

The Hieroglyphic whereat the fingers meet, must now be noted ; 
and the Diviner, having looked into the roll, is therein to search out 
the counterpart of the same'HiEROGLTPHic. 

Having found it, he is to search further on the left hand side of the 
matter, or answers, appended unto this hieroglyphic, for the coun- 
terpart of the Sign, or column of stars, which, in the commencement 
of the consultation, had incidentally, or by the Ordination of 
Fate, been produced by the enumeration of the surplus over twelve, 
of the lines traced by the Enquirer within the drcle. 

• See the Frontispiece, containing the questions, their hieroglyphics and Bigna^ 



UNTO THE PRIESTS OF THE TEMPLE. XXXIU 

The words attaclietl to the Sign, or column of stars, will be the just 
and true answer to the question put ; which see no one do pervert to 
any false purpose of deceit, enmity or wickedness. 

No further ceremony now remaineth, but that the Priest who 
hath acted in the divination, do write down the answer truly, and, 
with his finger placed upon his lips, hand it unto the Prophet or 
Prophetess, who shall in a loud voice proclaim its contents unto the 
person who came to enquire.* 

In conclusion, I am commanded to write unto you, that it is the 
duty of the PnicsTs to instruct all f'^ose who consult the Oracle, 
that it behoveth them to be contented with whatever Answer, they 
may, through Fate, receive; and to follow implicitly, and without 
reservation, whatever the Oracle, in its Answers, may happen to 
dictate. If the instructions of Hermes be not obeyed, what booteth 
it to enquire.?— If theCoKsuLXER be herein disobedient to the will of 
Osiris, the evil be upon his own head. 

Further, O Priests I be warned to make no divination, nor to ad- 
mit of any gift, sacrifice or consultation, save during tiio night season. 

* In order to make the English reader, as much as possible, acquainted with the 
proper mode of finding answers to the questions of those who consult the Oracle, 
it will be necessary here to state one example. I shall take the same rows of lines, 
and the same Sign, or double column of stars, as are set down iu the original in- 
structions for consultation, ss above. We shall suppose, then, that the Question 
asked is No. 27, as marked in the Frontispiece or Table, viz : — Shall my intended 
journey be prosperous or unlucky f 

By looking at the column of stars, or Sign, correspording with that cast up, we 
shall find it numbered 20, and the consequent HiEROfiLVPHic produced by the 
combination of this Sign and the Question asked, will be that of the Cross Bones. 

Now by reference to this Hieroglyphic and its subservient Sign, or column 
of stars, in the Book of Fate, (folio U) we find that the Answer given by the Oracle 
is " When thou hast arrived at thy place of destination, lose no time in executing thy 
errand, and return without delay." which Answer, whilst it suggests a necessary 
caution, wherel y evil ordanger is avoided, perfectly corresponds with the Questiok 
asked. 

In a snr.ilar way, .-ipiiropriate Answers will be given to all the other Questions 
in the Table ; that is, by paying attention to their particular Hieroglyphic* 
and Signs. 

N. B. The Translator considers it proper to state, that in order to facilitate the 
search for the Hitroglyphic (resulting from the combination of the Question and 
Sign,) in the Book of Fate, k will be proper for the Consulter to cast his eye 
over the highest line ol Hieroglyphics in the Frontispilce, and to note the Nttmbsr 
which lies immediately ct/er if. Tliis number will be found to correspond witJi tliat 
iblio of the Book of Fate, over whicli presides the Hieroglyphic in question. 



XXxiv THE UBITING 0¥ i'.Al.ASriS, S:C. 

and that, too, only whilst Isis shineth in tlio fulness of lier l>oaiity.* 
Neither sh.all ye give Answers on those days or niglits in wliich either 
Osiris who ruletii the lieavens hy clay, or the Queen of liis love, wlio 
ruleth by night, do veil the comeliness and majesty of tlieir counte- 
nances from the eves of mortals, and whilst they do retire from the 
labours of their cilostiai course, within the chambers of their sanctuary 
of rest.-|- 

These are tlu' words which I, Balaspis, have been conmiandeu, 
by my great master Hkrmes TRrsMEcisxirs, to write unto you, O 
Priests, of Thkbais. 



* I presuntf that here the meaning^ o( Balaspis, is, that the Oracle should not be 
consulted but when the JIoox is at the full. Among the ancient Egyptians Isis 
typified the JMoon, whilst the name of Osiris was always given to tlie Sun. 

t By this mode of exjiression, it is evident that eclipses of the Sun and JMoon are 
meant : But it is necessary to notice, that, as far as the experience of the translatoi 
and his friends has enabled them to judge, there is no apparent reason or necessity 
for confining the consultation of the Oracle to any particular time or season. One 
thing, however, the L'onsulter should be aware of, which i*, that it wouhl be im- 
proper for him to ask two questions on the same day ; or even to aek the ia;ne^ ques- 
tions, with reference to the same subject, twice within one calendar month. 



THE 



BOOK OF FATE. 



THE BOOK 



As the glorious 
the stars, so will 
be accounted the 




OF FATE. 



sun eclipseth the light of 
the partner of thy bed 
fairest among women. 



* 

* 



She shall have sons and daughters. 



* 8 

. * 



Thy friend is in good health ; his thoughts are, at present, 
bent on thee. 



* 
* 



Thou bast no enemies, who can in any degree injure thee. 



* 8 



Choose that for which thy genius is best adapted. 



* 



Set not thy mind on searching after that which hath been 
hidden ; but attend diligently to the duties «f thy calling. 



Choose right trusty companions for thy intended journey, 
and no ill can befal thee. 



* I 

^ 



Despair not : thy love will meet its due return. 



Take not the advice of ignorant pretenders to the art of heal- 
ing, but apply, at once, to the fountain head of knowledge. 



* 



Thy husband will follow arms. 






Look for the approbation of the virtuous, and heed not tlie 
evil report of the wicked. 



*^ 

* 

^ 



() man ! be prepared for any change of fortune which may 
happen. 



It signifieth a speedy marriage. 



Though fortune now turn her back upou thee; thine own 
exertions will soon enable thee to triumph over her capricious 
liumour. 






Bestow careful culture on the , sapling, and when the tree 
arriveth at maturity, it will ]:)roduce good fruit. 



Let not busy and meddling persons, who call themselves 
friends, disturb the ha})pinrs,s of the manned pair. 



THB BOOK 



* * 

* 



Take heed that 
for thy beloved to 




OT FATE. 



thou givest no just cause 
prove inconstant to thee. 






No impediment will be thrown in the way of the stranger's 
quick return. 



* 
* * 



The sceptre of power will be wrested from the conqueror. 



* 



The recovery of thy goods will be unexpected. 



* 
* * 



When thou hast proved thy friend, thou mayest truly trust 
and value him. 



* 



How expectest thou to live in the remembrance of thy fel- 
low-mortals, seeing thy deeds are evil ? 






Let not caprice mar thy happiness. 






Be not buoyed up by hopes of inheriting property which 
thou hast not earned. 



* * 

* I 

* t 



Be prudent, and success will attend thee. 



» * 



* 



Be contented with thy present fortune. 



* * 
* 



Fortune favours the brave and enterprising. 



* 



Thy adversary will cheat thee, on the first opportunity. 



* * 



Justice is blind, but not always deaf: for in many parts, 
she loveth to listen to the sweet ringing of gold and silver. 



* * 



Avoid entering into the land of strangers. 



t * 



As thy youth may have been virtuous, so will thine old ag« 
prove respected and happy. 



* * 

* * 



The captive will speedily cease to breathe the foul air of a 
dungeon ; let him use his freedom wisely. 



TBS BOOS H^ ^H OI' FATS. 




The door of the HsL ISl^Hi dungeon^ will speedily be 
unlocked. 



* 
* 



Consult thy present condition, whether it be right in thee to 
marry ! 






She shall have a son, who will gain much wealth and honour. 



Thy friends arc well ; and are now occupied in promoting 
thy welfare. 



* 
ft 



Thou hast, and thou oughtest to be on thy guard. 



* 
* * 



Choose that of thy richest relative. 



1^ ^ Disappointment and vexation will attend thee, if thou neg- 

* lectest thy calling, to look after that which ia not within thy 

* power to find. 



^ * Implore the md of Providence, ere thou settest thy foot 



* without the threshold of thy house. 



m * The heart of thy beloved yearneth toward thee. 

* t 



Let proper medicines be prescribed for the patient, and cer- 
tain recovery will be the consequence. 



* 



* 



Thy husband will have many virtues, but also some faults,; 
ik ^ teach him to correct the latter, and fortune will attend you 
» * both. 



* * 



Thy character will be proof against every ill report. 



* Let thy heart be cheered under thy misfortunes, for pros- 

* perity will return to thee in due season. 



* 



iff % 

* The signification is increase of riches. 

* * 



* * 

* Recovery from thy misfortunes will be gradual, but neglect 

^ 1^ no opportunity of honestly advancing thine own interests. 
-— — ^— — — — — — — — — — " 

$ If thou wishest thy children to be happy^ let thy precepts 

* and practice be both in favour of virtue. 



« « 



TBIS BOOK 



* * 

* * 
* 



If miiiturcunes 
titude, and happi- 
issue. 




07 Fj^ra. 



pccur. Bear cHem with fer- 
ness will be the certain 



* 



Be thou constant, aisd fear not. 






Matters which cor ?em the absentee's future happiness, pre- 
vent his immediate return. 



* 
* * 

JLJt 



A conqueror of noble mind and mighty power, shall spring 
froin low condition; he will break the chains of the oppressed, 
and will give liberty to the nations. 



* 



The thief wiil foe detected in the midst of his career. 



* 
* 



If thy friend hath in one circumstance proved decieitful, 
trust him not a second time. 



* # 
* 

* $ 



The deeds of the evil-doer will be held in execrati(l>n by 
posterity. 



♦ t 



Take heed that avarice prove not the bane of thy luippi^^ss. 



•8 
•1 



The wili of a stranger may be written in thy favour. 



* * 



Be not discouraged by adverse circumstances. 



» 

* t 



Be ju6t in thy dealings, .and trust to Providence for advance- 
ment. 



Nothiiig venture, nothing wini 



IT 

Ik « 



Bet nothing on the result of a game played by others. 






God will support thee in a good cause. 






Thy wealth will not be gained in a strange land. 



it 

■Mail 



llie end of dis^pataon is speedy death;— «void t^ and jive 
Icmgt 



VXfS BOOK 



Early to bed, 
healthy, wealthy, 




OF Z*AT&« 



early to rise, make a man 
and wise. 



* 
* 



The prisoner will speedily be releaJed. 



* 



G(X)d-temper and fidelity aie all thou mayest aepend on. 



* 

* S 

* 



She shall have a daughter, who will inherit all hef mother's 
virtues. 



* 
* 



Sickness is not entirely absent from the mansion of those 
whom thou enquirest altera they say that thy presetice would 
be agreeable. 



Thou hast an enemy who will attempt to injure thee. 



*i 



Tread in thy parent's footsteps. 



I SI 

* 



Spend not thy substance in seeking after that whicli is ftot. 



Ere thou stirrest abroad, put thine affairs in onler, ancTwhen 
thou returnest from thy journey j thou shall iind thy goods 
secure. 



* * 






The love which ye bear c?ich other, will, be rewarded by a 
happy marriage. 






As thou hopest for a sjieedy recovery, follow fiot the iidvice 
of the tampering charlatan. 



at 



The man of thy heas-t will not be rich ; but his person will 
be well favoured, and he will give thee every satisfaction. 



* * 



No man ever was, or ever will bo without enemies: — but^ 
those who slander thee, shall be taken in iheir onn nets. 






If thou goest to a far country, thy lot will be to undergo 
many perils. 



* 

* t 



It portendeth death among thine eneiDics. 



• $ 

m 



There b6 many who sink under the burtliens of tfau life; be 
not thou one of them, but exert thyself and prosper. 



turn 



THB BOOBl 






* 



As thou Jesirest 
for thy children, 
coin pan y. 




OF FATZ< 



prosperity and happiness 
teach them to avoid evil 



By this marriage, if thou art prudent, thou wilt gain much 
happiness. 






Give not credit to the insinuation that thy beloved will prove 
untrue. 



* * 



* * 



The traveller will soon return in good health. 



* 

* * 

* 



The Islanders who have Ions: swayed the sceptre of the 
ocean, shall cease to conquer, but they will become the instructors 
of mankind. 






Let not thy hopes of recovering what thou hast lost, be too 
sanguine. 






If thou seest the man wliom thou callest thy friend, carry 
himself deceitfully or dishonestly towards others, deceive not 
thyself by thinking he will be faithful to thee. 






Let not the love of fame blind thee to the interests of thy 
fellow creatures. 






Thou shah be happier than heretofore. 






Be contented with what thou hast already. 



* * 
* 



Fortune will shower her favours on thee, if thou couplest 
justice with prudence 



* * 



Hope still ! never despair 1 






Lose not thy time and money, by expecting from the lottery 
what thou mayest easily obtain from thy business. 



* *1 



When thy ready money is gone, go too : never borrow. 



* * 



Thou shalt have no gain in a law-suit; be therefore wise and 
careful. 



* * 



In a strange land a happy marriage awaits thee. 



TSB BOOK 



Thou shall have 
land. 




OX* r ATB. 



to travel both by sea and | 



Yes! 



* 
* 



He ynl\ at last be freed from the power of his enemies. 



* 



Thou shalt have a fortune with thy partner. 



* 



Thou shalt be blessed with a son ; who, if duly instructed, 
will make thine age honourable. 



Thy friend enjoys perfect health, and is at present engaged 
in writing an epistle to a relative. 



A secret enemy will endeavour to undermine thy happiness. 



Choose one, which, with little labour, will afibrd thee a com- 
fortable subsistence. 



Thy business will produce to thee a mine of wealth, if thou 
art but careful, and iniprovest tliy time. 



Thy journey will be safe, and its object will be attained. 



Thy love is not disregarded. 



The patient will recover ; but let this illness be a warning, 
in future, to keep due guard over his health. 



Thou shalt wed a man on whom great honours will be con* 
ferred. 



See that thou Reserved to be^ well spoken of. 



Great vidssitudes awut the traveller 



The^gnificatiitht is disasUsr.mnong thy ibes. 



Tas BOOK ■F^ j^^^H or fats. 



* 




Consider whe- WKt3Sm^^m ^^^^ ^^°" ^^ ""^' ^J^^A 
the cause of thy ^H^^^^j^H misfortunes ; if so, be 
more prudent for BB|||^gHHH| the future. 



* * 

* 

IT 

* * 



Misery will be the sure portion of thy children, if their morals 
be corrupted by evil communication. 



Delay not this union, as, thereby, thy happiness would bfe 
retarded. 



* 
* * 



Thou shalt reign paramount in the affections of the being 
whom thou lovest 



m m 
* * 



Let not impatience urge too speedy a return. 






As instruction is diffused throughout the world, men of all 
conditions, of every colour, and in every clime, A^ill become free. 



* t 

#^ f With trouble and «xpence, thou mayest gain thy lost goods. 



» » 



m Iff 

m Honesty is the only bond of true friendship. 



* * 



Seek not fame in the cannon's mouth. 



4f * Supreme felicity is seldom the portion of mortal man. 

* 



* *• 

* * Thou art the favourite of fortune. 

* * 
* 



* * Weigh well the probable result of thy present intentions. 

* ^ 



* * 

* By upright conduct, thou art sure to rise. 



* * Save pence ; pounds will save themselves. 

* * 



* 
* * Never lend at the gamhig table. 



* * Rather sacrifice a shilling, than throw away a pound in 
if.- Hf litigation. 



* * 






a:HS BOOK 



Do wisely, act 
judges of the land. 




OF FATBrf 



justly, and trouble not the 



It would be imprudent in thee to embark for a foreign land. 



Some men are old even at thirty : take care of thy health, 
and thou wilt see three-score and ten. 



The captive''s heart will be made glad. 



* 



If thou art careful, thou wilt marry exceedingly well. 



* 



Thy wife shall have two daughters, whose virtues, and beauty 
will be the theme of general praise. 



* 

I 



Thy friends are now carousing, and wishing thee health and 
happiness. 



Beware of false friends ! 



* 



Thou mayest write up, shave for a penny; cut hair for two- 
pence. 



Vain man ! flatter not thyself with the hopes of finding silver 
and gold in hidden places. 



Let the companion of thy journey, be honest as well as brave. 



Heed not, if disappointment should mar thy present hopes. 



The patient's health will be restored. 



Thou shalt wed a man in an exalted station. 



Do justly and defy calumny. 



If thou settest fortsh from the land of thy fathers, expect great 
changes. 



TBB BOOK 



m * 



* 



* * 

* t 



Thy dream saj- 
business. 




OF rATS. 



elh be diligent in thy 



Mankind are often the arbiters of their own iortunes; be 



honest, and fail not to take advantage of every circumstance 
which may improve thine. 



* 



Destroy the seeds of vice, and implatit those of virtue, in the 
minds of thy children, and happiness will be the certain issue. 



* 
* 



Bethink thee whether thou oughtest now to marr3\ 



* 

* s 



Constancy on thy part will meet a due return. 



■* 



When the object is accomplishedy the traveller will assuredly 
return. 



* * 

* * 
* 



A colony of outcasts will break their chains, and obtain great 
dominion. 



* * 



Let not the loss of this thing press heavily on thy mind. 






Rely not on those self-styled friends who, like summer flies, 
buzz about thee in thy prosperity. 






A cottage, and content, give more enjoyment than the 
princely palace of the overtumer of kingdoms. 



* * 

«F lit 

* 



Be contented with thy lot, and there is little doubt of thy 
happmess. 



«F nt 



Be content :— let to-morrow provide for itself. 



* IT 
» Ht 



As thou hopest for success, act not unjustly towards others. 



* * 



Cast not away thy present prospects in pursuing a phantom. 



at t 

f * 
» ■at 



In thy family be liberal, but in thy business 
thing : four farthings make a penny. 



save even a far- 



m nt 



Preserve the greatest equanimity at the gaming table. 



m 


mSES SOOK fl^^Hfe^H 


&W TAXBk. 


* 
* 


ourgvr^^lfcSfl 


staked,butgoods and lands 
risked at the gaming table. 


* * 


Thou shall be involved in a suit : but speedily extricate 
thyself. 


* 

S 


• 

Thou wilt be truly prosperout in thy journey ; but stay not 
abroad longer than is necessary. 


* 


Rise early, work, or wdk, before you eat, and dodbt it not. 


* 
* 
* 


The prisoner wiU soon have cause to rejoice. 


* 

t 
* % 


Thy partner wiU be rich : but she \nU also be proud. 


* 
* 


She shall bear a son, whole tdents will be of the first order; 
see that thev be well directed. 


* 

t * 
* * 

* 


The health of those thou lovest, is eood; they enjoy tlie 
sweets of rural happiness, and wish Uiat Uiou wert with them. 


* 

*l 


ITiou hast enemies, but they will have no power over thee. 


* 

1 

* * 

* * 


Meddle not with the laws of the land. 


« 1 

* * 


If thou payest attention to all the departments of thy calling, 
a fortune awiaits thee, greater than any treasure within the 
country in which thou residest 


*% 


Tempt not those whom thou meetest, or hast to deal with, 
by shewing unto them thy money-bags. 


* 


If thy love is true, it will be duly iqjprediUed. 


* 


A spe^y xecovery will be the consequence of properly ap- 
plied remeiues. 


* * 

*% 


Thy husband will- be in all respects a good man; it will be 
his study to render thee the happest of thy sex. 




Let thy conduct be unimpeachable, and thou may^st deify the 
slanderous tongue. 



XHE BOOS 






Be prudent, and 
tliy present good 




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C 



do not depend entirely on 
fortune. 



* 



Thou wert desired in thy vision to give some of thy super- 
fluity, in charity, to the poor. 



* 
* * 



Thy present misfortunes shall have but little influence on thy 
future good fortune. 



When thou art cold in thy grave, thy name will be greatly 
honoured in thy childrea. 



* 
* * 

* 



By wedding this person thou ensuiest happiness for a long 
season. 



, * 



If thy beloved hath proved inconstant to another, think not 
that she will prove faithful to thee. 



* 



* 



Love prompts the traveller's speedy return to his home. 



* * 
* 



An infant nation shall, by the wisdom of its councils, become 
the emporium of commerce and the arts. 



* 



Thy goods may soon be recovered. 



* 
* 



Give out that thou art poor, and see how many, or what 
friends, will run to serve the& 



* 



Be not the trumpeter of thine own fame : if thy deeds aie 
truly great, posterity will not overlook them. 



* 
* * 



Whatever occurs, be not discontented. 



* * 



Hope for the best, but make up thy mind to bear with the 
worst that may happen. 



* 



Save thyself the trouble and expence of entering into a rash 
and unprofitable speculation. 



* 



Be content, and heed not the goadings of ambition. 



* * 

* * 



Parsimony is hateful ; yet, a groat saved each day, aniounts 
to more than six pounds a year. 



TBS SOOK 



* 
* 



Be like the bee, 
honey of industry. 




or ipatIm 



and thou shalt reap the 



* * 
* 

* 



Thou wilt mar it wondrously. 



* 
* 



To avoid this evil depends greatly on thyself. 



* 

* 



Thy journey, when thou goest, will be to thy advantage. 



* 



Long life depends greatly on temperance. 



* 

* * 



He, who inhabits the dungeon, will escape. 






Thy Jirst partner will be poor, handsome, and chaste ; thy 
second exactly the reverse. 



* 



A daughter will be born unto thee, who will possess much 
beauty ; which may prove a snare to her, if early vanity be not 
duly checked. 



if:- 



Thy friends arc not in ill-health, but all things are not at 
present agreeable to them. 






Envious persons will endeavour to impede thy passage 
ihrouffh life. 






Avoid edffc- tools! 






Be diligent in thy calling, and puff not thy mind up with 
false hopes. 



•* s 

* 



As thou journeyest along, commend thyself to God, and he 
will watch over thee. 



If thou art discreet, thou shalt gain the suit on MJiich thy 
heart is fixed. 






Let the advice of the experienced be taken, and health will 
speedily be restored. 









Thou shalt marrv a man whose mind will be elevated above 
his condition. It will be thy duly, sometimes to restrain him. I 



THB BOOK ■r :^^M OF FATB^ 




jj^ 4^ It will ! but out ^H^I'^'^fH ^^ t'l^i)* own nioulhs will 
Ik- thy slanderers be ^^M^^^^B condemned. 



* 



II *; Despair not ; though fortune should desert thee, it will be but 
* * for a time. 



* 



^ * Thou wert told in thy vision, that thy present undertaking 
* *f will prosper if thou art cautious and vigilant. 



* 
* *• 






|; Cheer thy heart, prosperity will soon attend thee. 



^j I Ch<x>se those callings for thy children, for which their talents 
k ik- are adapted ; teach them to be virtuous and prudent, and leave 
if} % the result to G(h1. 



^ Enter not into a state, of which thou hast not well considered 
Hf Hi the end. 



* * Thy beloved nicriteth all thy confidence. 






¥ Nothing can happen to retard the stranger's speedy anival. 

¥ * The rank weeds which have long infested the gardens of the 
* south, will be plucked out, and the tree of liberty will flourish 



t' if} Leave no means untried to detect the thief. 
* 



* ^ Hie man who boasts most his readiness to befriend thee, will, 

Ht ilf in adversity, he the first to desert thee. 

* 



st^ Hf Dip not thy laurels in the blood of the vanquished. 

* * 



{k ik 

* Let not the irritation of thy temper mar thy happiness. 



4r # Be courteous to thy kinsman, and be will remember thee. 
* * 



* t 

Kt « Take the advice of thy best friend before thou procecder.t. 



* 2 Thou shalt long be prospert>us, and thou oughtest therewith 
«F « to be content : in the end thy unbounded ambition will be thy 
t t ruin. 



8 



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Thou shalt be 
preferment in thy 




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fortunate, and meet with 
business. 






Yes! 



* 



Dost thou expect to plunge thy hand into the fire and not be 
burnt ? 



* 

* 



Do as thou wouldest be done by, and thou wilt save much 
time and money. 



* * 



Venture not far from home ! 



* 
* 

* * 



Go to bed with the Iamb, rise with the lark, and doubt it 
not. 



* 

* 

. * 



A friend will procure his speedy release. 






Thy partner^s temper will be exemplary : take care that, in 
all cases, thou imitatest it. 



* Si 



Thy wife shall have a son, who will be both learned and 
virtuous. 



* 
* 
* 



Amusement, at present, occupies the attention of tliy fiiends. 



* 



Thou hast an enemy, but thy person and fortune ai"e safe 
from every attempt at doing thee harm. 






If thou art wise, thou wilt not spurn rural felicity. 



* 

* 



A treasure awaits thee of which thou hast little expectation. 



* 
* 



Danger may threaten thee, if thou sojournest long in a 
strange land. 



* 
* 

* 



The hand of thy beloved will ultimately reward thy affection. 






Though the patient escape this time, let him not presume on 
the strength of his constitution. 



THE BOOS 



* * 
* 



* 

* * 
* 



By thy marriagp, 
others of thy sex. 




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8 



tliou wilt be envied by 



Be prudent, and courteous to all men, and the arrows of slan- 
der will be blunted before they reach thee. 



* 
* * 



It will be thy fate to see many changes. 



* * 

* * 



Thou dreamedst of a wedding whidi will soon take place. 



* 



See that thy misfortunes urge thee not on to drunkenness ;- 
if so, thou wilt never recover from them. 



* 



In the training ot" thy offspring, let thy discipline l)e strict, but 
not severe ; lose no opportunity of improving their understand- 
ings, and in the plenitude of their happiness they will bless thee. 



* 
* 



It behoves the party to make a light matter of any impedi- 
ments which may be thrown in the way of his happiness. 



* * 



There is no just cause why thou shouldest question the fidelity 
of the beloved of thy heart. 






Though the stranger''s stay abroad be Jong, it will be greatly 
to his advantaffe. 



* * 
* 



When imbecility and folly are laid low, a powerful people 
will regain the liberty they have lost. 



* * 
* 



Take not away the life of the man who hath injured thee. 



* * 



Avoid laying too great a tax on the patience of thy friends ; 
this is the way to preserve thom. 



Be not eager to rear the monument of thine own fame; 






Matrimony will aflTord thee much happiness. 



*- * 
* * 



Be civil to every man ; thou knowest not who may prove thy 
friend. 






Be not purse proud, nor vain-glorious, in the midst of thj 
good fortune. 



TRS BOOB WF ^H or FATS. 




^ I Let the star of H^^ ^^H prudence guide thee in 
jBf thy course. 



* 



There is a tide in the affmra of men, which, taken at tlie 
full, leads on to fortune. 



* % 
* 

* 



Thou shalt not : — but be content and happy. 






Taste not ! touch not ! handle not ! 






If thou dislikest the law, meddle not with it. 






When thou hast occasion, thou mnyest proceed confidently. 



lit 



Old age is attained only by the man who has the rcsolutiiHi 
to live temperately. 






The prisoner will soon be welcomed home, altliough he now 
smarts under the power of his enemies. 



* * 



Thou shalt have a handsome partner. 



* 

* 

* * 



She shall have a son, whose dutiful conduct in his youth, will 
ensure thee comfort in thine age. 



* 



T hy friends are now occupied in devotional duties. 



* 



Enemies will endeavour to subvert thy reputation. 



Sell strong liquors ; but be careful of often trying their 
strength upon thyself. 









A rich treasure awaits thee. 



t 



Ht 



• t 



No acddent will befal thee. 






Thou art more beloved than thou canst be now aware of. 



TBB BOOS ^r ^n or y^ATB. 



#F f 



♦ 




The afflicted will ^|^. ^fl^H soon be freed from pain. 



Thy husband will inherit great riches. 



lit « 



Thou wilt be calumniated, but when thy slanderers are con- 
fronted, they will be put to shame. 






Political changes, will change thy fortune. 



¥ #1 Thy vision portendeth, that gifts will be made unto thee. 



* ^ Strong drink may cheer thy heart now, and make thee forget 
* thy sorrows for a short season ; but in the end they will unfit 

1ft » thee for the enjoyment of prosperit y. 

* ^ Lose no opportunity of pointing out to thy children the deeds 
» ♦ of virtuous men; and in their emulation of them they will do 
j)^ j^ honour to t hy precepts. 

* * 

* 



Much prosperity will attend the wedded pair< 



He # 

* Harbour not unjust suspicions. 



* » 
^ * When the stranger hath settled his affairs, he wjU lose no 

* * time in returning to his own country. 



* 



* * The deludcr of his people will be caught in the meshes of 
#F * the cunningly contrived net, which he himself hath woven. 






* * Give not the thief the chance of again robbing thee. 



* * . 

* * Consider well, ere thou tellest thy secret, whether thy friend 

* Hf can keep it. 



^ ^ Do good, and if mankind should fail to remember thee, thou 

«F art stilf their benefactor 

^ ^ Think not of enjoying happiness whilst thy conduct needs 

Hi 4f reformation. 



* Hi 

* * Be a friend to thyself :— depend not on others. 



10 



TBfi BOOK 



Wisli not for the 
that thou mayest 




OF FATB. 



death of thy kinsman, 
inherit his worldly goods. 






Avarice is the ruin of thousands. 



* i 
* 
* 



Perseverance conquers every impediment. 



* 
. * 

* 



Thou art too ambitious. 






Thou mayest be successful : — millions have been ruined. 



* 

* * 



Thy fate is to litigate, but in the end thou wilt be successful. 



* 



If thou tarriest long from thy home, thy fortune will not 
prosper. 



* 



Drunkenness brings on premature old age : avoid it, and you 



will live long. 



* * 



With much difficulty he will obtain a discharge from his 
prison. 






Your partner will, in time, have much money : — use it well. 



* * 



A daughter will be born unto thee, who will be highly ho- 
noured and respected. 



* f 

* * 
* 



Thy friend is well ; — he now drinketh thy health. 



* * 
* 

* * 

* 



Thou hast enemies, but thou shalt defeat them, and they will 
be overwhelmed with shame. 



* * 

* * 



Thou may'stinake a fortune by deahng in precious stones. 



* 



Health will be to thee the richest treasure thou canst ever 
possess. 



* 



Safety, and success in thy travels^ will greatly depend upon 
thy conduct towards those v\hom tlio;j mcetest. 



TBS BOOS ■r>-^H OV TJLTM^ lO 



* 







Persevere, and H^^^^H W^^ °^^ ^7 ^"^^ **P 
Bghdy. 



Let all proper means be used, and a speedy end will be put to 
the patient^s disorder. 



* « 

*■ * 



By marriage, thy fortune and hapjuness will be greatly in- 
creased. 



* * 

* * 



When the evij report reacheth thine ears, instantly find the 
slanderer out, and he will be confounded in Uiy presence. 



* * 

» * 



Whatever changes thou mayest undergo, they will be for 
thy benefit. 



* * 

* * 



It saveth that favours will be conferred on thee finthwith. 



* * As thou hopest fur lasting prosperity, drown not thy cares in 
4>F « strong drink ; if thou dost, thy prospects will be for ever 
jj^ 1^ blasted. 



* * Their happiness will depend solely on the instruction which 

*■ thou givest them. 

* ^ 



* » 

4f Be discreet in the connection which thou fbnnest fi>r life. 

* * 

» ■ 



* * 
* 



The suspidous lover is the destroyer of his own peace. 



* « When the absentee returns, it will be with Joy and honour. 



^ ^ Ignorance and oppres^on, hke a thick nnst cm the mountun 
^ ^ top, will be gradually dispersed, as the sun of knowledge en- 
^ lightens the understandings of men. 






iff iff. 

^ % Admonish, but pursue not unto death, hkn who hath injured 

* * thee. 



* ^ 



1^ * Never trust those men who swear friendship to thee over the 
jT cup of drunkomess. 



* » 



« 

* * The good deeds of men are frequently traced on sand ; their 
« «F bad ones graven on marble. 



» « Set not thy he£ut on pleasures derived from terrestrial olgects. 
* m 



u 



TB£ BOOB 



Peace and plenty 
tion, if thou art 




OF FAVB. 



will be thy certwn por- 
industrious. 



Whilst thou waitest for dead men's oid shoes, thine own 
exertions might pnKure thee new ones. 






Let prudence guide thee in this affair. 



Preferment depends entirely on thyself. 



Doubt it not ! 



* 

* 

* 



The chances are tliree to one against thee. 



* 



Avoid law as thou wouldst the pestilence. 



* S 

* * 

* 



In another country fortune will shower her favours on thee. 






Length of days depends greatly on thy habits: — if thou dost 
not gormandize, nor tipple, tliou wilt live long in the land. 



* 
* * 



The prisoner will find much difRculty in obtaining pardon. 



* t 

* * 



Thou wilt marry into a rich and respectable family. 



* 

* * 

* * 
it 



A beautiful male child will be bom unto thee. 



*■ * 

* * 



Thy friend is happier and in better health tnan usual ; and 
is preparing for a journey. 



♦ * 



Thou wilt lie invested by secret enemies, but they will be 
caught in the trap which they prejiaied for thee. 



* * 

* 

* I 



Be a miller, but grind not the faces of the ptwr. 



L 



* 



Tluju shalt possess a rich mine, out of which treasures sliall 
be dug from time to time. 





SSa BOOK ^^^[^1 


or VATB. u 


» * 

* * 
« * 

* 
* 


Prosperity wil] ^B^^^HH 


surely attend thee. 


* t 

* * 

* * 

* 


Consider whether the object of thy affectioiis doth deserve thy 
love. 


* 

» t 

* « 

* * 


Fear not but that the patient will recover. 


» 1 

* * 

* * 


I'hy husband will be a man of honour and integrity. 


Thy reputation will not be seriously injured by calumny. 


* 

* * 


Look not on the present as the most important period of thy 
life. 


» * 


It signifieth prosperity to thee and thine. 


* * 

* * 
* 


When thy misfortunes press hardest an thee, be not dismayed, 
but endeavour to remove them. 


* * 

* * 

* s 

*- 


If thy child be permitted to stray from the paths of virtue, 
thou mayest expect that vice and misery will be his pcHtion 
through life. 


* * 

* t 

* * 
* 


Marriages patched up hastily end in sorrow : — not so those 
which are prudently contracted. 


* * 

* * 


The object of thy affections will never requite thy love with 
ingratitude. 


* * 
* 

* ih 

* * 

* * 


Fear not but that the stranger will speedily return. 


* * 

* * 
* 

* * 


Shouts of ** Freedom !" will resound throughout the halls 
which once were filled with the sighs and groans of despair. 


* * 
« * 

* at 


Leave no means untried to make good thy loss. 


* * 

* * 

* * 

* * 


Beware lest the honeyed words of the hypocrite and die de- 
ceiver betray thee into danger. 


* * 

* * 

* * 

* * 


Take good heed !— infamy is the certain portion of the wicked 
man. 



t% 


TBB BOOK ^^^^1 


or r ATS. 


* 

t 

* 
* 


Thy name will ^HflHllvfMl 
memory of thy ^^^ST ^^Kk 

posteri^. JSBB^sSSS 


be handed down, with the 
deeds to the most ^Atant 


* 
* 
* 


There is evety ptospect of happiness for thee. 


* ^ Depend not entirely on the present intentions of thy kins- 
* man : — ^they may alter. 


•1 


Success, svill depend mtuji on perseverance 


s 

* 

*t 


Thoushaltmeet with many obstades,, but at leng^ thoUshalt 
attain the highest earthly power and honour. 


* 


Industfy, perseverance, and eiEcumspectian,^rili accomplish 
thy most sanguine wishes. 


•s 

* 
* 


Play no games of . hazvd. 


* 


Law is a two-edged sword, which will assuredly smite thee, if 
thou comest within its readi. 


* 

•1 


Remain at homeland thou wilt do well. 


i 


A frugal repast will preserve thy health, and give thee many 
days to live; whilst the midnight banquet may kill thee 
straight. 


» 
* * 


Once more will the captive breathe the air of freedom. 


* 


Thy partner will be strictly virtuous :— see to it tliat thou be 
so likewise. 


s 


Thou shalt have a son, whose health in his childhood will 
require much care. 




Thy friends are making merry, and wish thee to form one of 
th^ circle. 


•J 


Thou hast ; but they will be discomfited. 


•1 


Thou art cut out for a rope-dancer. 



TBB BOOK 



si 

* * 

4t 



Contentment ik 
other thou cansi 




or FATS. 



12 



a richer treasure than any 
find. 



Assodate not thyself with wipked companions, and thy jour- 
ney will be accomplished in safi^ty. 



* 
* * 



Wait patiently, and thy love wilt be requited in due season. 



!* 

* * 



Let not old women, who pretend to medical knowledge, 
tamper with the patients constitudon. 



* * 
* 



Thy husband^s conduct will be such as to merit from thee 
every kindness. 



-. * 
* * 



If thou actest prudently and xiprightly, thou needest not fear 
the tongue of the slanderer. 



* *- 



As the seasons vary, so will thy fortune. 



* * 
* 



It sayeth, '* Let not the next opportunity escape of advancing 
thy fortune." 



Let not despair be added to the burthen of thy misfortunes, 
but hope that they will be removed in due time- 



s « 

* 



If thou gainest the coundence of thy children, tliou mayest 
lay the foundation of their happiness, by teaching them to dis- 
criminate between grood and evil. 



* * 

* * 

* 



If avarice, or mere lust prompt thy marriage, expect not 
lasting happiness. 



* 
4f * 



As the sun steadily pursucth his glorious course in the hea- 
vens, so will thy beloved remain constant to her vows. 



^ * 

* * 

* I 

* * 



I'hou shalt sooi. behold the face of the stranger. 






A vast empire in the west will burst the ch^s which fetter it 



* * 

* * 



If thou art careful, the property may soon be fouQd. 



The gripe of the hand, the kiss oh the cheek, and the vow 
of friendship, over the flowing bowl, are but as words traced on 
the sand of the sea^shore : — trust them not. 



* * 



13 


TBS BOOK 




OV VATB. 


♦ 


Place not thy 
in a friend, as to 
which he may, in 


confidence so much even 
put a weapon in his hand 
ruture»tum upon thyself. 


* Thy fame will resound to the farthest comers of the earth. 

* 


* % 

* 


Prosperity awjuts thee. 


* 

S 


Thine own industry will supply every want ; but if property 
be bequeathed thee, be thankful. ' 


% 
• 1 

* 


If thou managest discreetly, thou shalt be successful. 




Thoushaltbe preferred. 


* 


In ten years from this time, (unless by too little dependance 
on thyself, thou drive fortune from thy door,) tliou shalt be 
called a rich man. 


* » 

* 
* 


If thou art wise, ^ve to the poor, what thou art coutent to 
throw away on the turn of a card. 


* f 

* J 


Law leaves little for the litigant :— thou wilt gain thy cause, 
but the cost will be greater than it is wortli. 


is 


Tarry with tliy friends, and thou wilt escape many calamities. 


* 
* * 


'j'he shipwrecked mariner may escape the raging billows, and 
the thief tne gallows-tree; but sudden death is the sure portion 
of the glutton and the drunkard. 


*• 


If much exertion be used he will obtain his liberty. 




A rich and young person will l>e thy partner. 


•1 


She shall bear a son, who will reflect much honour on his 
family. 


* 1 

* 

* s 


Thy friend is free from all bodily illness, and now listeneth to 
the sweet sounds of music. 


* ^ 

* 

» % 


lie enemies who conspire agsunst thee, will be brought to 
shame and punishment. 





TBS BOOS 




or FATS. X3 


» * 

* ♦ 

* * 
* 
* 


Thou mayestbe 
tliy soul for gain. 


a merchant ; but sell nut 


., t 

* * 

* * 
* 


It will be thy fate to pflss by, but iiot to flud,a treasure. 


* * 

* * 

* * 


Put not thy trust iu the fair appearance of all those whom 
thou meetest in thy travels. 


* 

* * 
* 

* * 

* * 

• t 

» « 

* 

* * 


lliou art sincerely beloved. 


Let not ex pence be an obstacle to the restoration of the pa- 
tient's health. 


* * 
* 


Consider well whether thou oughtest, at present, to diange 
thy condition in life. 


m » 

* 1 

* 


Be more careful to deserve a good reputation by acting vir- 
tuously, than merely to avoid the petty calumnies of the envious 
slanderer. 


* * 

* * 

* * 


It is decreed that thy life will be chequered by many viassi- 
tudes ; but ultimately, thou shalt enjoy peace and comfort. 


» * 

* 
* * 


It signifieth a g^ft from a far country. 


* * 

* 


Thy misf(»rtunes are but temporary. 


* * 

* * 

* * 

* 


Point out to thy children the deformity of vice, and they will 
shun it 


* « 

* * 


When thou art wed, in^st not too much on prerogative, but 
let each yield a little. 


* * 

• t 

* * 


Let not distrust mar thy baf^iness. 


*% 

» * 


When the time of his sojourning in a foreign land is past, 
he will return. 


* * 


J^s the volcano bursts with a louder explosion, when the com» 
bustible matter is confined within its bosom, so will a nation^s 
revenge find vent, the more their wrongs are repressed. 




The person who hath wronged thee will be cut off in die 
midst or hb wickedness. 




1 



The thief may ^^^ 2^B ^ succes^ul for a time, 
but in the end is j^^^^^^^^l oeiliua death. 



* * 

i 

* 



Be exceedingly cautious m the chtuoe of thj friend. 



* * 
* 

* 



Let thy deeds deserve praise, and ptMterity will applaud 
them. 



» * 
* * 

* 



Thy harvest of plenty and .hapjnness is ready; thou must 
reap it with the acUe of industry. 



* 

* I 



Bless the memory ^ the giver! 



* 

* 



Be on thy guard against unforeseen events. 



* * 



Be contented with thy present lot. 



* 
* * 



Enter into no rash ^peculations. 



* * 
* 



Be warned ! from henceforth, never play for money, nor 
money's worth. 



* 

» 

* 

* * 



"When thou understandest thoroughly the grounds of tl»y 
suit, proceed justly, and in the end thou \n\t triumph. 



* 

* * 



If thou art prudent, fortune awaits thee open-handed, in 
another country. 



•I 

* * 



O man I if thou wouldest see length of days, eschew 
drunkenness, gluttony, and all intemperance. 



* 



The prisoner's release is uncertain: — let some kinsm^ in- 
terest himself in his behalf. 



m 

* 



Thou wilt marry one, who hath before tasted the swtets c^ 
matrimony. 



* 

• I 



She will have a son who will live to a great age. 






I'hy friends are in good health ; they have just heard 
from a far country. 



n 



VBB BOOS 



* * 
* 



Enemies thou 
will be frustrated. 




OF rJLTB. 



14 



hast; but their designs 



f * 
* * 

# 



Love not gold so much as to be an usurer. 



* 
* * 



If thou takest care to acquire knowledge, it will prove a rich 
treasure, of which no one can deprive thee. 



* 



When thou hast arrived at thy place of destination, lose no 
time in executing thy errand, and return without delay. 



* * 



Thou shalt receive proofs that thou art beloved. 



* 
* 

... * 

* * 



Put faith in no advice save that of experience. 



* 



Thy husband's talents will promote him to honour and to 
great trust. 



* ¥ 
* 



At one period of thy existence, attempts will be made to mis- 
represent thy conduct in the eyes of the world. 



A peaceful life is ordained for thee. 



* * 

* * 
* 



It importeth health and happiness. 



* * 



Be not discouraged though thou art nowengulphedin misfor- 
tune, thy spirits will soon be buoyed up by prosperity. 



* * 



Discourage deceit in thy child ; but at the same time teach 
him prudence, that he may not be deceived by others. 



* * 
* 



To bear and forbear, is the grand secret of matrimonial hap- 
piness. 



* 
* * 



Take heed that jealousy prove not the bane of thy happiness. 



« #1 



The traveller will return richly laden. 



Whilst the winds are still, and the air serene, the eartn may 
quake suddenly, and those on its surface be swallowed up. 



IS 



TBS BOOK 



After much rain, 
harvest. 




OF FATXU 



there will be a plentifiil 



* 



Exert thyself maniully to recover the property which thou 
hast lost. 



* 



Try tliy friend before thou trustest him too deeply. 



* 

* t 

* 



If thy deeds are evil, posterity will execrate thy name. 



* 
* * 



Let not thy exertions flag, and thou wilt be prosperuus. 



* 

* 

* 



Sec that diou art not cheated out of thy just rights. 



» * 

* 



Fear not, if tliou art prudent. 



* 

* 



Thou shalt be exalted above thy fellows. 






Mind what thou art about, and thou art sure to be successful. 



* 



If it will aflbrd thee pleasure to behold thyself and family 
reduced from comfort to beggary, — play J 



m * 



Send thy cause before a jury of thy countrymen. 



* 

* 



If thou remainest in thine own country, thou mayest still be 
successful. 



1 have seen the rich man bestow all his goods in charity^ and 
have known the sun to be wholly darkened, but have never yet 
l^ehcld the hoary locks and healthy aspect of an intemperate man. 






* * 



Enlargement for the unfortunate captive ! 



* 



A rich partner, but of a very bad temper. 



* s 



A son will be born unto thee, who will possess great riches. 



TBB BOOB ■PVSn^ OT FATB. 15 



* 




4? 4? Thy friends are ^B^fit^Mii^Hr^ciU but have anxiety con- 
il^ cenimg thee. 



* 
% % Be thou viffllant, and the designs of those who would do thee 

* * mischief, will oe defeated. 



* 
^ * Knowest thou that, which in the shortest time^ill be produc- 

* * tive of most profit to thee ? 



* * It is decreed that thou shalt find another's property ; but it 

* * behoves thee to restore it to the ri^^ht owner. 



* 4f 



* * Those who are with thee, will guard over thy safety. 



* Give further proofs of attachment to thy beloved, and a due 

* #f return will l)e made thee. 

* *1 



■jk 

* * The patient may look forward to length of days- 



*f * Many of thy sex will envy thee the possession of so comely 
iff and so kind a husband. 



* * 



* * stability of thy reputation. 
^ 



The slanderous reports of thine enemies will not afiect the 



* » 
* When thou l^st expectest, a beneficial change will take place 

* * in thy fortune. 



* 



* * It signifieth recovery from illness. 
* 



^ * Apply thyself steadily to improve thy fortune, and succes:) 
*■ * will crown thy endeavours. 



» » 



* * Train thy child in the way in which he should walk, aid 

* * when he is old he will not depart from it. 



* * 



Jif if;- 

* or love, to feed upon 



It is folly in thee to wed, if thou hast nothing but mere beauty. 



* * Live cheerily, work merrily, watch warily, but suspect not 

* * Jigbtly. 



* * . 
^ * Riches, happineEis, aud honour, will be in the train of the 

* * returning stranger. 



IB 



TBM SOOK 



* 

* 

* 



Thy hopes, for 
turn, are not well 




or FATSi 



the stranger^s speedy re- 
grounded. 



The goxrernm^nts of liaiioDs snkl be speedily changed. 



* 

*_ 



Punish not the delinquent too sererely. 



Thy frietid will assuredly prove fjuthful to thee. Is he thy 
friend ? 



* 



* Be honesty and t»ntent -with the praise of thy contemporaries. 



* 



* 
* 



Pail not by persevering industry, to fill thy bams vith grain, 
and thy purse with money, in case of need. 



* 
* 
* 



When thou takest possession of the worldly goods of the de- 
ceased, do juyftice to the widow and the orphan. 



* 
* * 

* 



Venture not rashly. 



* 
* * 



Thy preferment will be owing to thine own deserts. 






When thou hast amassed £10,000,--retire ! 



* 



Why stake thy fortune, — thy happiness, — thy yery existence, 
on the cast of a me, or the turn of a card r 



Hf * 



fid thou thine own advocate. 



* 



When thou dost travel, Providence will prdtect thee. 






Thou wilt fondle o'er thy children's children. 



* 

5. 



After long imprisonment he wiU be released. 



* 



Your parteer will be a pattern of virtue and beauty« 



THa BOOK IKSs^H or vjkxs, xe 



* * 

* 
* 



* * 
* 




T-hou shall have j^J^j^^^^^l a sod, who shall inherit 
all his mother's ac Hb^^^^iH complishments, ^d his 
father's virtues. ^ 



Doubt not but that thy firiends are well and happy ; they 
now relish the sweets of a simple but plentiful repast. 



* * 



* 

* 



The designs of the man who will become thins eoemyshall 
not prevail against thee. 



Follow the plough. 



nrw 

^ * 



Thou shalt assuredly find 8omething> but it will not be of 
much value to thee. 



Linger not unnecessarily im the road, lest danger befal thee. 



* * Thou art Moved ; but improve thy ppportunity^ for delays 
^ * I are dangerous. 






A ispeedy abatement will take place in t5ie patient*s disorder. 



* 



, Themindand the complexion of thy husband will be that df 
the fox ; his practices those of the wolf. 



* * 



The slander which is uttered against thee will not be credited. 



» «■ 

* 



Be not dismaved if misfi^rtune should overtake thee ; she will 
not long keep thee company. 



* It saitli thou hast enemies who au-e endeavouring to render 
ilf ^ thee unhappy. 



* * 



1 1 



Thy misfortunes ia^ not so great, but that thy own exertions 
may relieve thee. 



* 



Cherish the seeds of virtue in thy children, and doubt not^but 
in age, they will reap the harvest of happiness. 



^ * 1 Exert thyself to make thy partner happy, and thou shalt 
* *- thyself, be so likewise. 



IT* 

: t 



Absence will effect no change in the sentiments of the be- 
loved of thy soul. 



isr 



TSB SOOS 



* 

*- 



The heart which 
thee, will prove 



* 
* 




OF FATE. 



is penetrated by love fiH* 
true. 



He will soon return, to the great joy of all his friends. 



*' 



A southern nation will speedily undergo a change in itH 
government, for the better. 



* 
* 

* I 

ft 



A clean comer is not the worse of being twice searched. 



* 

* 

ft 



Be thine own friend. 



* 

* * 



Let not a love o£ fame prompt thee to wicked deeds. 






Thy future happiness depends upon thyself. 



* 



What hast thou to do with legacies? be industrious and 



frugal. 



* 

* f 
* 



Consider "well before thou venturest farther in this scheme. 



* 
* * 



»t 

* 



Thine own merits will exalt thee- 



Do riches bring content and happiness ? 



* 

* * 



Do not bet high. 



Submit to no arbitration, but abide by the verdict of an 
honest jury. 



* 



Thy journey will be prosperous, if guided by prudence. 






Thou shalt be termed venerable: see that thy long life lie 
spent usefully. 






The bolfs will bt drawn, the door opened, and the chain 
will be broken. 



TBS BOOK HF^^B or vats. 17 



* 
* 




Thy partner will m^^^^H not be handsome, but 
there \vill be no I^H^,„^^^H other cause for dislike. 



* 
* * 

* I 



A son will be bom unto thee, ^who8hallpossess mudi power. 



The health of thy friend requireth not the physician's aid ; 
he peruseth a letter just received, which giveth much satis- 
faction. 



* 



* 

* * 

* * 



An enemy will endeavour to mar thy prospects; but he w'lll 
be taken in the net which he hath spread for thee. 



* 



Seek not the honours nor the dangers of the field. 



* 

* 

* * 



A good-humoured mate will be a treasure, which thy eyes 
will delight to look upon. 



* ♦ 

* 
*_* 

* 
» * 



The companions of thy travels will be unto thee a shield 
against every danger. 



Thou hast tlie love of others beside that of ^he darling of thy 
heart. 



* 



Let not the patient be afflicted by melancholy anticipations 



# * 
* 



Thy husband will sit in high places. 



* * 

* * 

* * 



Evil reports will be uttered against thee, but in due season 
the slanderer will be discovered, and brought to punishment. 






Look well to itj that the lessons which thou receivest in mis- 
fortune's school may be useful to thee when thou ar! prosperous. 



• J 



It signifieth that thou wilt soon hear agreeable news 



% at 
* * 



Be patient now, and, in after seasons, prudent.-— Thus only 
canst thou attain prosperity and happiness. 



* * 

* * 



Chastise thy child when he doeih evil, «nd in the end he 
will have cause to bless thy name. 



Exaniine strictly the disposition of thy intended partner, and 
if it accord with thine own, fear not but happiness will attend 
you both. 



* * 

* * 

* ♦ 



IS 



THE BOOK 



Those who ob- 
have been sworn at 
unhappiness. 




OF FATE. 



serve truiy the vows that 
the altar, need not fear 



* 
* 



Question not the constancy of thy beloved. 



* 



He will not return, at the time expected. 



* 



The present age teems with events of much political import 



* 



Seek, and thou shalt find. 






'I'rust not even a friend with a secret which ought to remain 
within thine own breast. 






ITiough the present generation may flatter thee, the succeed- 
ing one may not be so courteous. 






Place not thy happiness in store of gold and silver ; but in all 
thy dealings preserve thy conscience pure and undefiled. 



* 
* 

* * 

* 



Hope for the best ! 



* * 



Be not buoyed up with the success whith ntiay be thy pdrtion. 



* 
* * 



As the Nile produceth abundant harvests by its annual over- 
flow, so will the good-will of a friend produce thee preferment, 
fortune, and honour. 



* 

* * 

* 



Thy speculations will be generally successful. 



*1 
* I 

* 



A lucky hit may make thy fortune: — if so, play nd more. 



* 



Endeavour to accommodate all differraces bj the private 
arlntration cf mutual friends. 



1~* 

* * 

* 



Thoushahtarry where thou now residest 



*■ 
* 



Thoushaltlive long; let not thy years be p^sed ingloriously. 



TBM BOOS 



The fettered wili 




or rA.7S. 



X8 



soon be free ! 



A rich partfier is ordsuite^ for you. 



Tlioii shall have a daughter, who will possess a noble mind 
and amiable manners. 



The friend whom thou enquirest after, is in good health, and 
is now locked in the arms of sleep. 



See that thy present friends do not become thy deteribined 
foes. 



Take physic when there is need ; but presume not to give it 
to others. 



Be industrious; and pl&ce no reliance on such phantasies. 



Boast not on the road of the riches which thou carriest with 
thee, lest they be coveted by others. 



Thou art adored ; but lose not thy 'vantage-ground by inat> 
tention or procrastination. 



Let strict attention be paid to the directions given by th^ me- 
dical attendant. 



* 



Thy husband shalthave rule, and direction over affairs of great 
importance. 



Give not the slanderer an opportunity of iiyuring.thy repur 
tadon. 



* 
* 

* 
* 



* 



When thou hast enough, therewith be content, and seek not 
to enlarge thy store by venturing further. 



It signifietb plenty of every thing which gold c»n purch^e. 



Though thou art poor and needy, purchase not prosperity 
by any sacrifice of honesty or honour: — ^fortune's wheel is eon- 
stantly turning. 



Neglect no opportunity of cultivating the minds of thy diild- 
ren, and their journey through life will be virtuous and ha|>py. 



id VBS BOOK mrr^M or tjltx^ 




* Commit Hie se- ■ m^Kr^^^^j^K veral members of thy 

* 



family to the care ^|^^ ^^Kt ^^ ^" all-seeing Provi. 
dence, and he will BHPWw BBBBI protect them. 



* 



Mutual love will secure prosperity and real ha{^iness. 



* 



Be as constant to tliy beloved as she is to thee, and thou 
mayest be happy. 






The stranger will return unexpectedly. 



* 
* 
*■ 



The prudent man will make provision against every change 
that may lake place. 



i 
*| Make propei* enquiries, and they will lead to detection. 



* 



Shew thy friend, by good treatment of him, that it is his in- 
terest to be faithful to thee. 



* t 

*• 



Desire not to attjun immortality by the vices of reckless am- 
bition. 



SS 



Brood not over thy misfortunes, but exert thyself for the 
future. 



1 



* 
* » 



Good fortune is in store for thee. 



* 
* 



Keep thine own counsel, and success will attend thee. 






Neglect not the opportunities which may be offered to thee, 
for they will lead to great preferment. 



* * 

* at 
* 



A partner in thy business would ruin thee. 



71 
S 



Never throw good money after bad. 



* t 

ITsiF 

* 

* • 



With the blessing of God thou shah gahi thy cause. 



Wander, not fv from thy hom?« 



TSB BOO& 



* * 

* 



Providence wat 
lengthen thy days 
drunkenness. 




(KP F^LTBa 



19 



ches over thee, and will 
if thou avoidest the sin of 



After a short time, all anxiety for the prisoner will cease. 



* 
* 

* * 

* * 

* * 

* * 

* 
* 



Thou wilt be exceedingly fortunate in thy marriage. 



A son will he bom , who if he receive not timely correction, 
may prove a source of trouble to thee. 



The object of thy solicitude is as well in health as thou 
couldest wish, and is now engaged in domestic occupations. 



* * 

* 
* 



Beware ot treachery ! Nothing further may be now revealed 
to thee 



* 
* 



* 



Cultivate thy talents, and adopt a profession supported by 
fees. 



4^ 



Thou mayest ; but be not disappointed if it be not of great 
value. 






Set out one day, sooner, or later, than thou hadst previously 
intended. 



Your love is mutual, but endeavours will be made to cause 
dissension between you. 



To ensure recovery, the patient's mind must be kept in 
cheerful mood, by the conversation of those who are most 
beloved. 



* * 

* * 

* 



* * 
* 

* * 



Thou shall wed a man of high birth, but little fortune. 






Let justice and prudence be the guardians of thy reputation. 






The early part of thy career will be subject to vicissitudes, but 
in thy age thou shalt enjoy uninterrupted happiness. 



* * 

* * 



It warneth thee to beware of danger. 



Sit not down under tliy uiisforturies, wringing tliy h'ln^Js, and 
accusing the justice of Providence ; but up, and be doing, and 
fortune will again sinile upon tliec. 



20 



TfiS BOOK 



* 
* 



Ai the tall cf>- 
petty ruins which 
thou rise superior 




or TAXWiu 



lumn is exalted abore the 
surround its base, so shall 
to thy f»«sent misfortunes. 



If thou hast been prudent and jastj thy family will follow 
thy example, and be happy. 



* * 
* 



Confidence in eask o&er will ensure happiness. 



* 

» 



The heart ot thy beloved will find room for no other ofcgect 
but thyself. 



* 
* 

* t 



The stranger wiS return at the tinie thou expectest him. 



41^ 
.* * 

- * 

* 



If the aeatiOQ t^ unfavourable, I^t thy escertions be the 
greater. 



Despfurnot of rtscovienng thy goods. 



t I 



W 
m 

at * 



WxangietaQ^ l^fh liiy friend about tp^es, else thou mayest 
forfeit his assistance in matters of great import. 



Do justice r«th^r for justice^ sake, than to be praised in 
future ages. 






Anticipate not misfortunes before their time. 






The money which will be left thee, will not remunerate thy 
anxiety. 



m * 

* * 

* 



Seek the asisistaSice of a wiser man than thysdf. 






Eminence is attained by the proper culture of great talents^ 
and preferment, by interest : thy lot is. cast between both. 






Take a partner, but be not thyself a sleeping one. 



* 

* 



Visit a gaming-house ; behold the despair of the gamester, 
who has just lost his all, — ^and then play. 



* 
* 



Thqu shalt be foiled by thy opponent's cunning devices. 



TBS BOOS mF^^W^m or TAsSm 20 







In a foreign land ||^-^L^^|^| strangers will protect and 
cherish thee. 



*| . 

^ * Desire not so much l^igth of days, as to improve the time 

* * which God giveth thee on earth. 



*i 






The prisoner ought to sue for pardon and mercy. 



* 

* S 

* * 



By this marriage, you will soon obtain great property. 



f * 
* * 



Thy progeny shall be both male and female; they will be the 
staff and comfort oi thy age 



* 
* 

* * 



The friend whom thou enquirest alter is in excellent health, 
and is now engaged in conversation with a relative. 



* 
* 



An enemy will try to circumvent tliee, but he will be foiled in 
his attempts. 



* * 
* 



Follow the bent of thine 6wn inclinations. 



* * 
* 



Domestic felicity will be of more value to thee than the con* 
tents often thousand mines of gold, silver, and precious stones. 



* 

* * 
* 



Be not dismayed if thou shoulde&t meet ytith danger ; it will 
not affect thee, if thou art resohife. 



* * 
Jt 



The heart of thy beloved beateth responsive to the anxious 
throbbines of thine. 



* * 

* * 



It is useless to look for relief from medicine, imless it be skill- 
fully applied. 



* * 

* * 



The man whom thou weddest shall have great power :■ — tteach 
him to use it rightly. 



* * 

* 



When thou art Unjustly accused, thy innocence wUl thereby 
be confirmed, and the slanderers will be confoaaded 



* 

* * 

* * 



Expect not to pass through life without a mixture of good and 
evil. 






It portendeth a happy union between a man and woman, 
who have long loved each other. 



£1 



TBB BOOK 



Thy nightiy vi- 
tune to thee. 




or r ATB. 



mons portend good for- 



* 

* 

* 

* 



Thy misfortunes shall soon have an end. 



* 

* 
* 



Instruct thy children ; shew them a good example ; and fear 
not for their happiness. 



* 
* 



The marriage will prove both prosperous and happy. 



* * 



Another will endeavour to supplant thee in the affections of 
the being whom thou tenderly loves . 



* 
* * 



The stranger cannot return at present- 



* * 

* 
* 



The earth will be fertilized by abundance of rain. 



* 
* 

* * 



Art thou oertidn that it hath been stolen > 



Reckon not much on the friendship of any man. 



* 

* 



Fulfil the duties of thy station, and care not for the un- 
profitableness of future fame. 






If thou continuest virtuous, thou shalt be happy. 



* 
* * 

* 



Depend not on the caprice of age. 



Look before thou leapest. 



* 



When thou enjoyest prosperity 
rtunes of thy former fnends. 



fortunes 



and honour, feel for the mis- 






Have a strict eye over those who eat thy bread. 



* * 
* 



The companion of blacklegs, cheats, and thieves, even with a 
fortune, is never respected. 



* 






TlEiS BOOK BLXj^V OX* TATE. 21 




* * Venture freely ^l^'-^^'^^H i" ^^J next cause, and 
^ gain will crown thy ^^H^,^^^h ^vishes. 



* Abide thy fate at home ; it will be better for thee. 



* * Longevity is a curse to those who mis-spend life. 



* «F 



4f ness 



The prisoner will stiil pass many days in confinement. 



* * Your matrimonial connexions will not produce much happi- 



* * 
* Sons and daughters will be the reward of the love which ye 

* * bear each other. 



# « 



^ * Thy friend is now in the act of paying a visit, and is both 
m^ well and happy. 



# ih 



* * Thou hast little cause to dread the rage of any enemy who 
«F shall come against thee. 



« 






* Be one of thy country's defenders. 



# « 

* m One of thy kindred shall find article of great value. 






* * 



The object of thy journey will be attained without hazard. 



^ * The heart of thy beloved wavereth between thee and another; 
* # improve the opportunities that will be offered thee. 



* j)t 



* * 

m The patient may still hope for health and long life. 



* * Thy husband's horn will be exalted. 



* * 

* * - - . 

* * tongue of the slanderer will be forever silenced. 



Thy innocence will uphold thee in the day. of trial, and the 



j~j! Thy voyage through life will at first be boisterous ; but the^ 

• » tempest will cease, and propitious wicds will waft thee into the 

* % haven of independence. 



TBS 900S 



Thau shaltbe sttb- 
of residence. 



* 
* 
* 




or FATBi.^ 



ject to a frequent change 



Thy dream signifieth that thou shouldest bestow some of thy 
goods in charity. 



* 

* 

* 



Be not dispirited by misfortunes ; they vill vanish as the 
thick mist is dissipated by the genial rays of the reviving sun. 



* 



As thou sowest, so shall thy children reap. 



* 
* 



Let no petty bickerings disturb the felicity of the married 
state. 



# 



Thy beloved will not cease to pray for thy speedy return. 



He will return in due season. 



Expect a pleiitiful harvest 



The thief shall ultiroately be detected. 



Sad is his fate who relies solely on the friendship and good- 
will of others. 



Whilst thou seekest to obtain fame, take heed that infamy 
may not be thy portion. 



As the sun revives the flowers of the field, so will prosjseri ty 
in thy business make thy heart glad. 



BJessed is he who expecteth little, for he M'ill not be dis- 
appointed. 



Examine thyself strictly, whether thou oughtest not to aban^ 
don thy jiresent intentions. 



* * 



When thou enjoyest the favour of powerful men, let not thy 
pride be pufl'cd up. 



Thou wilt, be thd architect of thine own fortune; depend on 
no cheated bditig. 





TBB BOIHK iBII^^H 


OF WJLTBm 22 


• 1 

*■ 


Be not intoxi- MBHl^iHfl 
at first: — this is ^H^^2H 

out by the gamester WBS^fiSS» 


cated with good fortune 
the b(ut which is thrown 
to allure his prey. 


.1 

•1 


If thou art cozened out of thy upper garment, throw not 
thy under one away, to recover it. 


* 

»l 
II 


Let not thy inordinate desire of amassing wealth carry thee 
into fbrdgn cumes. 


» 

*l 
II 


Desire not to attain old age, if thy mind be not well stored 
with knowledge : — no wretch is so truly wretched as the igncik. 
rant old man. 


* 1 
*l 


Some one will pity and rdease the pn^oaer. 


* * 

* 

*l 

* • 


You will have every auvie to love yoiir partner. 


* * 

* * 


A numerous o^pring will be bcari unto thee:— if thou tndnest 
them up properly, their virtues will reward thy anxious toil. 


* * 

« 1 


Thy friend is free from all bodily Miction, and expecteth to 
receive a letter or news (torn thee. 


• 1 

* 


In a contest which may soon take place, thou, shalt be vic- 
torious over thine avowed enemies. 


* » 

II 

* 


Thou wouldest cut but a scnry figure ^n the- pulpits 


* * 

* * 

* * 
* 


Sqatch not at shadows; for thou may est thereby lose thy 
substance. 


•11 
11 


If thou meetest danger ; fane it boldly, and be not daunted 
by appearances. 


'•1 

» * 

* * 


Fear not that another will supplant diee in the affections of 
the beloved of thy soul. 


* * 

•1 
* * 


The patient's mind must not be afflicted by doleful iitfdp 
ligence. 


• 1 
II 

* » 


Peace, plenty, and bap{»ness will attend thy marriage with 
the belov«l of thy heart 


II 


Deal openly, prudentily, and honestly, and thou inayest defy 
the breaith of the danderer. 



23 



TZZa BOOS 



But few persona 
tongue of slander. 



* 




or FATS» 



escape the envenomed 



Thoushaltmeet with few vicissitudes. 



* 
* 
* 



The interpretation is, that thou shalt receive an epistle of 
importance. 



at 
* * 
, * 



Thine own exertions will enable thee to overcome every mis- 
fortune which may happen. 



* * 
* 



Lead thy children in the paths of righteousness, and when 
thou art gone, they will not aepart from it 



* 



Happiness depends solely on the affection and forbearance of 
both parties. 



* * 

* 
. * 



There is danger in long absence from the object of thy 
affection. 



* s 

* 



Matters of import, prevent his immediate return. 



* 

* * 

* I 



A revolutionary spirit is abroad among the nations of the 
eai'th. 



* 
* * 



Be patient, and every circumstance will be developed. 



* 
* 

«= Ht 



If a man protesteth never-ceasing friendship to thee, at least 
doubt his sincerity 



* 

* * 
* 



Sully not thy laurels by unjust deeds. 



• S 

* s 

* 



Carry thyself prudently and justly, and thou wilt surely be 
happy. 



« * 

* 
* 



Let not disappointment mar thy exertions in thy calling. 



* 
* 



Fortune will attend thee. 



• t 

* 

• s 



When thou art in the zenith of thy power, let not unjust 
deeds procure thy downfall. 



TSS BOOK ■^ew^H OF FATS. 23 



* * 

* I 

* 




Give not large l^s^B^H interest for money in thy 
business. 



* 



If thou playest, play fmr, and see that others do the same. 






There is great hindrance to thy present success in law matters. 



* * 



Emigration fi-om thy nativ^ land will but retard thy fortune. 



* 
* * 



Vain mortal! what wouldest thou? — Hoary locks are the 
reward of temperance and virtue. 



* * 
* 
* 



Try to unlock the dungeon by means of a golden key. 






Be wary, and this marriage may prove very fortunate. 



* * 
* 
* 

* * 



Sheshall have a son, who in his youth will be admired, and 
in his old age respected. 



* f I Thy friends labour under no bodily affliction, but they are not 

* * I free from cares concerning worldly matters. 

^ ' , ^___ __^ 



* * 

id- t 

* 



Thine enemies are powerless, and unworthy of thy regard. 



* * 

* * 

* * 



On this subject take the advice last given thee by thy best 
friend. 



* * 

* * 



In this, fortune hath not marked thee for her favourite. 






* * 

*■ * 



In thy journey, fancy not that from each brake a robber or 
a tyger will spring upon thee, but pursue thy way steadily. 



* * 
* 

* * 



Success will attend thy anxious hopes, if thou art discreet in 
this matter. 






A speedy cure will depend much on the patience with which 
the ainicted bears the present illness. 



£1 

it 

* *■ 



Thy husband will be a man well willed, with a house well 
filled, and a farm well tilled. 



«« 



TBS BOOS 



* * 

I 

* 
* 



Tby husband will 
good, and his com- 




ar TATS. 



be learned, bis temper 
plexion f£dr. 



Thy calumniators will, sooner, or later, be overwhelmed, 
with shame and disgrace. 



4^ 



If thou tarriestat home, thoushaltmeet with few changes. 



* 

* 



Thy dream portendeth ill luck to thine enemies. 



* 

* 

* * 
* 

* 

* * 



Thy misfortunes will pease to overpower thee. 



Have more anxiety to bequeath knowledge thau riches to thy 
children, and they v^ be happy. 



* 
* 

4% 



This union will be productive of real liappiness. 



$ 



Be not neglectfiil, and thy beloved will remain true. 



* 

* * 
* 



The traveller will speedUy revisit his own country and kindred. 



I 



* * 

* * 



Despotism will speedily be overturned m a country long op- 
pressed by illiterate, indolent, and luxurious strangers. 



• I 

* 



Make diligent enquiries amongst the members of thy house. 



» * 
* 

* * 
* 



Rely more on the actions, than on the promises of thy friends. 



The good deeds of the virtuous, only, will be held in esteem 
by posterity. 






Thy misfortunes will vanish, and thoushaltbe happy. 



* 
* I 



Follow thy calling diligently, and be not a legacy hunter. 



* 

* 

* * 



Rejoice at the fortune which is ordained for thee, and there- 
with be content. 







or rATE. £ft 


* * 

* * 

* * 
* 
* 


When thou en- ^lyhiiMrijHl 
mighty men of the ^^^^^fl^| 
art not ruined bv a WBSBBKBSi 


joy^t the- favour of the 
earth, take heed that thou 
flattering tongue. 


* 

* * 

* * 

* 1 


Deal honestIy> and trust to God for success. 


* 
* 

* * 

* * 

* * 


Mind thy buaness, and forsake the gaming-table. 


* 

* * 

* * 


Give not large fees in this suit 


***** 
*# # 


In a far country shalt thoti find treasure. 


* * 
* 
* 

* * 

* * 


If thou art temperate in thine appetites^ cleanly in thy person, 
and just in thy dealings, the winter of thy age wiU run smoothly. 


* * 

* * 
* 

* * 


The captive will sufi^r no bodily affliction. 


* * 

* * 
* 
* 

* * 


This marriage will add to your welfare and happiness. 


# ** 
***** 


She Avill have a son of a froward disposition ; but it is thy 
business to correct, aud counsel him aright 


* * 

* * 
. * 


Thy friend is in good health, and hath some thoughts of going 
on a journey. 


* * 

* * 

* * 

* * 
* 


Thou hast enemies who . speak ill of thee, and who would 
otherwise injure thee. 


* * 

* 1 

* * 

* * 


Deal in books, and be prosperous. 


** ## 
***** 


A good name will prove to thefe a treasure of great value; — 
see thou lose it not 


***** 


Tarry not unnecessarily on thy journey : — delays may prove 
dangerous to thy safety. 


* * 

* * 

* * 


A return of affection is at present doubtful, but perseverance 
and attention will ensure thee sua:ess. 


#***# 
***** 


Let the patient's mind be soothed by the kind and ready at- 
tentions of friends, and the happiest result may be antidpated. 



ZB 


TBS BOOS 


I^H or r^TB. 


* 


The patient may l^^^y^^^^H recover; but in case of 
the worst, due pre- !^|b^^^B^H p^u'ation ought to be made 
for the tomb. l^^^fl^B 


* 
* 

8 


Thy husband's temper will be good, and he will make thee 
happy, if thou dost not attempt to rule over him. 


4t 


Wert thou chaste as ice, and pure as snow, thou canst not 
escape calumny. 


1 


As the frail bark is tossed on the ocean, so wilt thou be on the 
stormy sea of life ; but in the end thou shalt enter the haven of 
prosperity. 


* 
* 


It signifieth that thou must take heed to avoid danger. 


* 
* 

# * 


UnJooked-for fortune and happiness await thee. 


* * 


Teach not thy children to be avaricious, and they will be both 
contented and happy. 


* 1 

* * 

1 


Marriage, when prudently undertaken, is the happiest state 
into which man can enter. 


TP' 

* * 

* * 


Fear not that the darling of thy heart will prove inconstant. 


*- 
» * 


He will not tarry long. 


1 

* 


A nation accustomed to changes, hath still to undergo a great 
one. 


•1 

* 


Blame not thy servant unjustly. 


*s 

* 

* 


Friends aie so scarce, that, when found, they are to be valued 
above all price. 


* 1 


What brooks fame, if thou hast no fortune ! 


* 
* 


As the drooping plant is refreshed by the dew of heaven, so 
will thy heart be gladdened by sudden prosperity. 


* 
* % 


Divide thy inheritance with those who have an equal right 
with thyself. 



TBS BOOK Hr «^H ox* aE*ATS« 23 




^- *■ Re'y not too l^^f'^i^lH.^^ch on present good 
^ fortune. i^^l^ i^^^l 

* 



I * Use no servile means to procure prrferment, thou shalt be 
* * exalted without their aid. 



* * The eye of a master is worth bis two hands. 

* * 



* Avoid every thing that savours of Tiell. 

* * 



* 

* * Thy expectations from the law are vain ; thou shalt not succeed. 

* * 



» » 



Await thy happy destiny, at home. 



^ * It is utter vanity in thee to desire long life, if thy daily habits 
* tend to destroy it. 



* * Cherish and support the poor captive, who will soon be un- 
* fettered. 



* Content will render tliis union a complete paradise. 

* 



* ^ Thou shalt be blessed with sons and daughters; but forget 

* * not that the tree preserveth tlie iashion which hath been given 
*_toitwheria sapling. 



* * . . 

* * A slight disorder affecteth the person, concerning whom thou 

* * art solicitous, but it will soon pass away. 



* * ; 

jj^ * The barbed arrow which shall be shot at thee by a secret 

* * enemy, will recoil on his own head 



* * 

^ * If thou likest cabbagCy use the needle. 



» » 
* 



^ I Treasures are but rarely found ; throw not thy tune away in 
"• searching after them. 



H ^ Comport thyself to the customs of those whom thog meetest 
* * on thy journey, and thou shalt meet with little annoyailce. 



* * Thou shalt, in time, attain to greater happiness in this matter, 

* * than thou canst at present venture to hope for. 



* ^/r- 



£€ 


TBB BO0K 


l^Vil 


OP 7ATS. 


* 
* 

* 
* 


There is much 
thou and the dar- 
wards each other; 


harmony in the love, which 
&g of thy heart, bear to- 


-* * 

* 


The patient tnU assurefly recover from the present illness. 


* 

*■ 
* 


Thy husband \inll be rich ; but his constant aim will be to 
bear sway over thee, and to keep thee under. 


* 

* 
* 


The evil reports of thine enonies will not affect thy character. 


* 

* 

* * 

* 


Few vicissitudes awmt thee. 


* The interpretation is, — that it' thou observest any blemish in 

* thine own conduct, that thou shouldest lose no time in correct- 
* * ingit. 


* * 

* * 
* 

* 


Shrink not from encountering whatever may occur to thee ; — 
what thou now deemest misfortune, may ultimately turn to thy 
advantage. 


- * 
* * 


Instil honour and hones^ into the minds of thy children, and 
fe^r not for their prosperity and happiness. 


— * 

* * 

* 


Let no one interfere in the domestic feuds of married persons : 
— if left ^one, they will soon sul^de, and the parties will be 
happy, as before. 


* 

* 

* * 

* * 


Foreet not to Ikeep up an epistolary communication with the 
belov^ vi thy heart. 


* * 


Let preparation be made for his speedy return from abroad. 


* 1 


Where msolent oppression reigns, where tears water the soil, 
and where sighs fan the scanty harvest, the ireed husbandman 
will sit under his fig-tree, revelhng in the joys of abundance. 




Accuse not the innocent rashly. 


* 
* * 

* 


If thou art joined with another in a compact to act wickedly, 
expect not that he will prove faithful to thee. 


* * 

£ 


The applauses of the wicked are unprofitable, but the praises 
of the just are like honey which droppeth from the comb. 




C<HTect those faults in thyself which thou seest in others, 
and thou shalt be happy. 



* * 
* 



TBB BOOK 

The legacy that 
thee, will not much 
est it foolishly. 




OF TJLTTim 



ti$ 



shall be bequeathed unto 
profit thee, if thou spend- 



* *| 



Lc»e not thy all, by rash speculation ! 



Be not servile in adversity, nor despotic in thy pr^perity. 



* 
* * 



Yea ! if thou dost steadily avoid the haunts of dissipation. 



Better even sleep away thy time, than spend it in ruining 
tnyself or others. 



* * 

* * 



Endeavour to settle all differences in a private manner. 



* * 

* 

* * 



Venture thyself on the ocean, without fear- 



The wicked old man is a very wretch, who tast^ of hell be- 
fore his time. Wouldest thou be aged and wicked too.'^ Go 
to ! rather let the sapling wither, than the tree be rotten ! 



* 
* 



* * 



Visit the captive, who is in affliction ; but his woes will soon 
be turned into joy. 



* * 

« s 

* 



Thou shalt marry a very worthy personage, who will inherit 
considerable property. 



* * 

* 



As the protecting oak is encircled by the tender ivy, so shall 
a numerous race of sons and daughters claim thy paternal regard. 



* * 

* 



Thy friend is in good health, at the present time ; he is in 
the act of bestowing charity. 






Act with caution, and thou shalt undoubtedly triumph over 
a powerful enemy. 



* * 

* * 

* 

* * 



Obtain an insight into two trades in which the hands are 
principally employed ; reflect on both for a week, and follow 
that of which thou dreamest. 



* * 

* * 

* * 

* * 



Be as industrious as thou art now covetous, and great riches 
will be thy reward. 



* * 

* * 



Be not affected by the petty inconveniences which thou mayest 
meet with ; else, if thou shouldest be beset with real dangers, 
thou shalt not have courage to face them. 



27 



TBS BOOK 



Go well armed 
pute not with thy 
and thy joumevwili 




OF FATE. 



and accoutred, and dis- 
oompanions on the way, 
be safe and prosperous. 



Thy image is ever before the eyes of thy beloved. 



The patient''s disorder will yield to proper remedies. 



Thou shalt be united to a man whose complexion is dark, but 
whose features are handsome. 



The evil report of thine enemies will recoil on their own 
heads. 



* 
* 
* 



Prosperity will succeed misfortune. 



It signifieth that thy conduct requires amendment. 



Fear not that misfortunes will continue to pursue thee. 



Those concerning whom thou art anxious, will be prosperous 
and happy. 



* 
* 
* 

* 

> 

* 
* 
* 



Let each concede to the other m matters of trifling import, 
and both will be happy. 



Give thy beloved no cause to prove inconstant to thee. 



He must still remain a stranger for a short season. 



The air which has long been filled with the sighs of oppres- 
sion, wiU soon resoMnd with shouts of " Liberty." 



Be secret, and examine each person singly. 



If you expect that a companion, in wickedness will prove 
a faithful friend, thou art deceived. 



Enter upon no design of which thou hast not well considered 
whether it will redound to thy Ijonour. 



TBS BOOS 



Avoid the snares 




OF FATE. 



27 



of thine enemies. 



Although thou inheritest testamentary property, still be in- 
dustrious and frugal. 



If thou hast enough of earthly goods, therewith be content, 
and run no risks. 



* 



Interest will procure thee preferment to great trust. 



Avoid cards, women, and wine, — and prosper. 



Thy risks are great, thy chance of gaining small, and in the 
end, mayhap, thou wilt lose thy all. 



Thy gain, at best, will be trivial. 



Ee steady in thy resolution to turn thy back on thy na- 
tive sliores. 



So bear thyself towards thy children and thy kinsfolk, that 
they may watch over and protect thee, when age weareth thee 
down, and thy powers fail thee. 



The captive will be released, but let him beware of again 
falling into the clutches of power. 



Thoushalthave an honourable, young, and handsome partner. 



Sons will be born unto tliee: — train them, in their youth, in 
the way they should go, and when they are old they will not 
depart from it. 



Thy friend is in the cnjf)yment of good health, but is not 
entirely divested of cares. 



See that thy conduct be such, that men may love, and not 
hate thee. 



Choose a business in which the hands, rather than the head, 
are employed. 



L 



When thou.findest a treasure, teach thy tongue to be silent: 
and see that thou makest good use of thy riches. 



28 



TBB BOOK 



* 
* 



* * 

* 
* 



If thou tUgfijcst 
plough of industry, 
wliicli will rev^ ard 




OF FATB. 



up tliy fields with the 
thou wilt find a treasure 
thy lahour. 



Thy journey will be prosperous. 



Thou mayest hope to gain a place in the affections of the 
darling of thy soul. 



* 
* * 

* 



The pain with which the patient is afflicted, will soon be ter- 
minated. 



Thy husband will be exalted to a high station. 



* 



Thy calumniators are busy, but tJiey will be baffled in their 
endeavours to injure thee. 



* * 
* 



Great vicissitudes await thee, but they will not much affect 
thy future fortune. 



* 

* * 

* 

* 

* * 

* * 
* 



The signification is, th.at good luck will befal thee. 



Misfortunes may be thy lot in the beginning, but in the 
end will be peace and happiness. 



* 



Fail not, duly !■ inslruel tiiy clnKlren in mi knowledge 
which may be meet for ihcni, and they will assuredly proHt 
in the end. 



* 

* * 

* * 
* 



Mutual forbearance is the strongest bond of njatiinionial 
felicity 



The affections of the being whom thou lovest will be placed 
on none other but thyself. 



* 
* 



He will come back with abundance of riches and knowleclf;e. 



* 

* * 
* 

* * 



He who ruleth the kings of tlie earth, and who terrifielh the 
nations with the sound of his arms, will be abased, and s[)ccdily 
cut off. 



* 

* 

ih * 

* 



Be sure of thy grounds before thou enterest on a prosecution. 



* * 
* 
* 
* 



Choose thy friends only, from among the virtuous ; and fear 
no treachery. 



THS BOOK 



* * 

* * 

* 
* 
* 

* * 
* 



The approval of 
fitable than the 




OF FATE. 



28 



thy Creator is more pro- 
empty applauses of men. 



Be select in the choice of thy friends, and the future will be 
happier than the past. 



* * 

# * 



* 
% * 



Though thou inheritcst houses and lands, what availeth it, 
if thou art not priident. 



Impediments will start up which thou dreamost not of. 



Be honourable, and honest in thy dealings, and thou shalt be 
great I V exalted. 



* 

* * 

* * 

* « 



Thou wilt find the benefit of neither giving nor taking long 
credit. 



Leave off play as tlie clock strikes twelve ; after that hour 
there is no luck for thee. 






* 
* 



Expectest ttiou to snatch tJie burning oil I'rom the devouring 
flames? no more tliink of rescuing thy goods out of the fire of 
the law, if once it fecdcth on them. 






Thou shalt visit distant regions, where gold aboundeth : — in 
t'ly prosperity, forget not the widow and the orphan. 



* 

* * 

* * 

* 



It is not meet for thee to desire old age, if thou dost too freely 
indulge thy carnal appetites. 



Captivity, anxiety, suspense, liberty, and joy, will rapidly 
succeed each other. 






Thou shalt marry thy ei|ual in worth and fortune: — be con- 
tent and happy. 



*- * 



As the roses bloom upon the parent tree, so will sons and 
daughters grace thee by their beputy. 



* 


* 


* 


* 


* 


* 




* 


* 


* 




* 


* 


* 


* 


* 


* 


* 


* 


« 



The objects of tliy anxious inquiry are well ; they are equally 
solicitous regai-ding thy welfare. 



Thou wilt be envied ; but it should be thy constant care, that 
even thine enemies shall have cause to admire thy virtues. 



* * 

* * 



Choose not a business which dependeth on the whim and 
luxury of the age in which thou livest. 



29 



TSS BOOK 



* 
* 

* 



Richard Whit- 
ginnings, by indus- 
of London. Go 




OF FATS. 



tington, from small be- 
try, became Lord Mayor 
thou and do likewise. 



Lose not time from thy business, in looking after hidden 
treasures. 



at 



Prosperity will attend thy travels, but thou must still be 
prudent. 



ift 

* 
* 



Rejoice ! Thou art truly beloved. 



* 
* 
* 

* I 



The patient's disorder will soon be greatly alleviated. 



* 



Thy husband will possess great riches. 



* * 
* 

* 

* 

* 

* 

* 

* 

* » 



Let thy reputation be founded in virtue, and thou need'st 
not dread the rancorous shafts of calumny 



Fear not that fortune will desert thee. 



It importeth kindness and charity to thy poor friends. 



* 



After rain cometh sun>shine. 



* 

* 

* * 

* 



As thou hopest happiness for thy children, lead them in the 
paths of virtue and honour. 



* 
* * 
* 



Misfortunes may becloud the dawn of matrimony, but the 
evening will be serene and happy. 



* * 
a * 
* 

* 



Doubt not the vows of love which have been made to thee. 



A certain circumstance prevents his inunediate return. 



* 
* 



Those who have long sighed for freedom shall soon attain it 



* 

* 

* * 



When thou hast discovered the thief, see that his punish- 
ment be proportionate to his crime. 



TBS BOOK WfHrv^SU OT FATS. 29 



r 



4^ « 
4^ 




If thou expect- ^^^pS^R^H est thy friend to be true, 
be true to him. 



^ * 
* * 

* 



If thy deeds are just, fear not but that future generations 
will hold thy memory in esteem. 



* 
* 

* * 



A man^s happiness depends entirely on the company which 
he keeps. 



O man ! forget not that the goods which thou inheritest ace 
not of thine own earning; therefore remember the poor in the 
days of thy prosperity. 



* 

* 

* * 

* * 



4f 

* * 
* 



Before thou buildest, reckon the cost of thy house. 



* 

* * 

* * 



Thy horn will be exalted above thy fellow. 



# * 

* 



Rise early, mind thy business, be regular in thy accounts., 

and prosper. 



* 



Never drink until the game is ended. 



* 



Verily, it will be vanity in thee to expect success in thy mite. 



* * 

* * 
* 



Fortune will favour thee in thine own country. 



* * 

* * 
* 



Longevity and sensual gratifications are incompatible: 
think not ox enjoying both. 



The captive will at length escape, and triumph over his 

emies. 



* * 
* 



enemies. 



* * 

•S 



You will marry a person with whom you ¥rill have mudi 
comfort. 



* 



Thou shalt have three lovely daught^^ ; instruct and watdi 
over them, as thou wouldest over the apple of thine eye. 



* * 

* * 



Thy inend enjoyeth heidth and happiness; he is in the act 
of telhng money. 



r * 



Heed not the feeble and imptKoit attempts of him who wiH 
attempt to do thee hurt. 



30 



THS BOOK 



1^ I Thou hast enie- 
* ed by fear of the 
% ! ger. in thy heart 



* 
* 




OF FATS. 



jnies, whp, if not restrain- 
laws, would pkmge a dag- 



The soldier's bayonet hath sometimes given place to the field- 
marsha]''s baton. 



* 
* 



The treasure thou wilt find, will be a partner, whose affec- 
tionate lieart will share thy liappmess, and sympathize in all 
thy M>rrows. 



* 

* I 



No ill-luck will bcfal thee. 



* 
* 
* 



There is no lack of regard on the part of thy beloved. 



* 
* 
* 

* * 



The patients illness will yield to proper remedies. 



* 



Thou shalt wed a man of much substance. 



* * 



Thou shalt be Well spoken of. 



*l 

* 

* i 



Be prudent, and thy vicissitudes will bring thee nearer to the 
happiness destined for thee. 






It portendeth danger, if thou art not cautious. 



* 
» * 



The clouds on thy brow will be dispersed by beams of for- 
tune and happiness. 



* 
* * 
* I 



Restrain thy children when they indulge in wicked courses, 
and when thou art gathered unto thy fathers, they will have 
cause to bless thy name. 



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* 



Fear not that misfortune will attend this marriage. 



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_* 

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* 



Thine own fidelity, and that of thy beloved, will be rewarded 
with liappiucss. 



The stranger will return, but not speedily. 



Tyranny will soon be engulfed in the abyss of its own ini- 
quity. 



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* * 
* 



When thou askest advice iroin thy friend, relate not to hiin 
thy stoiy by halves, lest in oonc^sding the matter from him, thou 
suffer in the end. 



* * 



In future ages shall thy name be cited as a pattern for rising 
generations, if thou art the benefactor of mankmd. 






Avoid the haunts of the wicked, and be happy. 



* 

^ * Thine own earnings wiU prove much sweeter than the largest 
* inheritance. 



« ^ 



^ Be exceedingly cautious in thy presant speculations. 



* 

* Be true in thy present trust, and thou shall have affairs of 

* much importance committed to thy care. 



^ The industrious man is seldom the fortunate one. 
* 



* * 

* * Confine thyself to gam^, wherein thou mayest overcome thy 

* * rival by ingenuity and fair play. 



* * Thou wilt soon obtain what thou little expectest. 
m 



Ik- * 

* * If thou goest far abroad, thy kinsmen at home will not deal 

justly by thee : — tarry not by the way. 



* 



* * ..... 
^ * Old age never commands respect, unless it be allied with vir- 

* * tue : — wouldest thou be old and detested too ? 



* * 

* The captive will live to see his enemies punished. 



* * 

* * Thy partner will, if used well, go through every danger for 
* thee. 



^ ^ As the parent trunk giveth up a part of its nourishment to 
* * the tender shoots which spring from its sides, so will sons and 
» ^ daughters require thy succour and protection. 



H * Fear not for the health of thy friends ; they are in expet ta- 
* * tibn that thou wilt send them some small matter whereby tiiey 
j)^ ^ may keep thee in remembrance. 



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THE BOOK 



Thy friends are 
the mansion of con- 




OF FATS. 



well, and sleep soundly in 
tent and happiness. 



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Thy enemies will not have power to harm thee. 



* 

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* 



Make a bold effort to sit on the woolsack. 



* 
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It will not be thy fortune to discover hidden treasures. 



* 
* 

* 



Let prudence be thy guide, and thou wilt reach thy journey's 
end in safety. 



* 



The beloved of thy soul adores thee in secret. 



* 



Let every means be used for the restoration of health. 



* s 

* 
* 



The good temper of thy husband will make thee happy. 



* 
* * 



Waste not thy time by seeking for the good report of every 
man. 



* 
* * 



Man that is born of woman, is bom to trouble, as the sparks 
fly upwards. 






It signifieth that thou oughtest not to trust another with af- 
fairs which thou canst manage thyself. 



* 



Let not thy misfortunes unman thee: but prepare thyself 
for happier times. 



* * 
* 



When the upright man sleepeth under the sod, happiness 
and prosperity will attend his offspring. 



* I 
* 

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A marriage founded on avarice is seldom a happy one. 



* 
* 



Consult thine own heart, whether thou oughtest to have ex- 
acted a vow of constancy. 



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The stranger will return soon. 



THE BOOK W^ ^H OF FATE. 31 



* * 




* * The wings of H^T^ *3BB ^^ ^^^'^ "^ *^^ north will 



^. be clipped, and \\vi ^^l^^x^^^H talons blunted. 



* * It is necessary for thee to bear thy loss with fortitude. 

* 



* One act of disinterested friendship should cancel the remem- 
* * brance of a thousand foibles. 



* * 



* * Abuse not the power which the Lord giveth thee, and thy 

* * name will be hailed with rapture in future ages. 



* 



* * Thy misfortunes will soon terminate. 



* Fear not that thine own industry will procure thee a suffi- 
*- % cient provision. 



* * 

* * ^^^ prudence and justice be thine handmaids, and all thy 

■m undertakings will prove successful. 



* * 



m Kick not down the ladder which raises thee. 
» ^ 



* A penny saved is a penny got ; — a word to the wise is enough. 



* * Effect no mortgage to pay a gambling debt. 
*- 



* * 

*- * shuns thee, 



Thy hope is vain, justice is blind to thy claims, and fortune 



^ * The wealth thou gainest abroad, distribute justly and cha- 

* * ritably at home. 

* * / 



* * To amve at old age, thou must avoid the causes of prema- 

* * ture decay. 



* * 

* * Libert)' will be proclaimed to the captive. 



* * A handsome good-natured partner, a bag of gold, and a 



* * carnage. 



* * 

* * A son will be born unto thee, who will not disappoint the 

* 4 hopes which thou shalt entertain respecting him. 



3Z 



TH£ BOOX£ 



*i 



Thy wife will 
spring: and will !)o 
of niglit among the 




CTF FiLTS. 



bless thee with a large oH- 
aniong them, as the (jueen 
stars of heaven. 



Those concerning whom tliou art anxious, are well and 
happy : — they now enjoy the sweets of conversation. 



* 



Thou hast : — but fear hot that they will have power to in- 
jure thee. 



* 



Write on thy door-posts,- — Mangling done here ! 



* 

* 



The silver and gold which }>ath lieen buried in the earth, 
will, forever, be bidden from thy view. 



Wheti thou goest forth from thy dwelling, no harm will 
overtake thee. 



* 
* 



Thy lore will meet its due return. 



* * 

* He- 



Whilst there is life there is hope:— let no means be left un- 
tried to cure the disorder. 



* 
* 



An lionourable man will wed thee. 



* 
* * 







Thy reputation will in a small degree, be affecitd by de- 
traction. 



Many scenes will be presented before tliine eyes. 



It importeth, that if thou dost procrastinate, evil will attend 
thee. 



* S 



Thy misfortunes ought to be thy future monitors:— take heed, 
and prosperity will attend thee. 



* 

* 



To be happy, it is necessary only to be virtuous :— teach this 
to thy children, and they will be benefitted. 






Care not so much for abundance of gold and silver with ihy 
partner, as stores of virtue and prudence, and thy marriage will 
a hsppy one. 






Lay it not greatly to heart, if the being thou nr ,* dot«st on 
should prove changeable. 



TBS BOOK 



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* 



The stranger's 



joy- 



*i 
* « 




OF FATB. 



3£ 



return will be hailed with 



'llie storm of revolution will rage throughout the earth for a 
time ; but, in the end, peace and plenty wul be diffused among 
the nations. 



* 

* * 

* * 



When thou hast recovered thy goods, be careful of them for 
the future. 



* 

* 
* * 



Let not interested persons have so much power over thee 
as to cause distrust or discord between thy friend and thee. 



* * 
* 



Let not thy desire of making thy name live for ever* urge 
thee on to deeds of cruelty and rapine. 



Happiness and misery are merely relative ; therefore make 
not thyself unhappy for trifles. 



# » 

* * 



Be not intoxicated with good fortune, when it arrives. 



Rely not on specious appearances. 



Good deeds will prefer thee to honour. 



* 
* * 



Envy not thy industrious neighbour, but steadily follow his 

ample. 



example 



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* * 

* i 



Beware of foul play. 



Doth the wolf tamely relinquish his prey, or the fox his 
booty ? How then expeetest thou to rescue thy goods from the 

fan^s of the man of law ? 



Fear not for thy journey, — it will be prosperous. 



* * 

* * 

* * ! 



Let temperance be thy nurse, and labour thy physici m, and" 
thou wilt need none other, for health will be the companion of 
thy agre. 






♦ * 



Speedy release for the prisoner! 



Your partner will possess houses and land«. 



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